The only sensible ends of literature are, first, the pleasurable toil of writing; second, the gratification of one's family and friends; and lastly, the solid cash.

The difference between stupid and intelligent people—and this is true whether or not they are well-educated—is that intelligent people can handle subtlety.

伟大的领导者不创造追随者，他们创造更多的领导者。

诗歌不是一种奢侈品，而是一种必需品。

真相往往隐藏在显而易见之处。

我不喜欢被贴标签。