Americans' great and secret fear is that America may turn out to be a phenomenon rather than a civilization.
Shirley HazzardI never had, or wished for, power over you. That isn't true, of course. I wanted the greatest power of all. but not advantage, or authority.
Shirley HazzardWhen you realize someone is trying to hurt you, it hurts less." "Unless you love them.
Shirley Hazzard