Susanna Clarke, The Ladies Of Grace Adieu And Other Stories Quotes
I was told once by some country people that a magician should never tell his dreams because the telling will make them come true. But I say that is great nonsense.
Magic, madam, is like wine and, if you are not used to it, it will make you drunk.
Above all remember this: that magic belongs as much to the heart as to the head and everything which is done, should be done from love or joy or righteous anger.