Without the library, you have no civilization.

The one sure way I can dishonor myself is by worrying about my reputation.

There is more than one way to burn a book. And the world is full of people running about with lit matches.

Stuff your eyes with wonder, live as if you'd drop dead in ten seconds. See the world. It's more fantastic than any dream made or paid for in factories.

We're all watching each other, so there's no chance for censorship. The main problem is the idiot TV. If you watch local news, your head will turn to mush.

I often wonder if God recognizes His own son the way we've dressed him up, or is it dressed him down?

Just write every day of your life. Read intensely. Then see what happens. Most of my friends who are put on that diet have very pleasant careers.