The mistake we make is to attribute to religions the errors and fanaticism of human beings.

A modern civilization is only possible when it is accepted that singular beings exist and express themselves freely.

Beauty is first and foremost an emotion.

Poetry is not only a set of words which are chosen to relate to each other; it is something which goes much further than that to provide a glimpse of our vision of the world.

Intellectuals try to keep going. But their situation is very difficult. Those who have had the courage to voice their opposition have often paid a very high price.

An individual voice can be heard in a choir that otherwise sings in unison. This is something that is not excused.

I love life in spite of all that mars it. I love friendship, jokes and laughter.