There is no life which does not possess its own importance, no life which may not be touched by greatness at any time -- Yes, be touched by greatness and have a hand in it. (from The Mirror of Her Dreams)

Futility is the defining characteristic of life.

Any belief that puts itself beyond doubt nurtures its own collapse.

I respect my limitations, but I don't use them as an excuse.

We need metaphors of magic and monsters in order to understand the human condition.

He who waits for the sword to fall upon his neck will surely lose his head.

I had no intention of pursuing either the characters or the setting further.