To write is to confront the chaos of existence and give it meaning.

但没有这种自由，即随心所欲地支配我们所愿的一切。

The spread of liberal democracy around the world is not inevitable, but it is the most likely outcome of the process of modernization.

Prudent operation is not conservatism, but responsibility to customers and shareholders.

"Cinematography is a collaboration between the director, the cinematographer, and the entire crew; it's a team effort."

作家的任务是照亮黑暗。