I became a writer, a teller of tales, because otherwise I would have died... or worse.

Fools talk, cowards are silent, wise men listen.

somethings can only be seen in the shadows

Barcelona is a very old city in which you can feel the weight of history; it is haunted by history. You cannot walk around it without perceiving it.

All true stories begin and end in a cemetery" - The Shadow of the Wind

Every labyrinth has its minotaur

The haunting of history is ever present in Barcelona. I see cities as organisms, as living creatures. To me, Madrid is a man and Barcelona is a woman. And its a woman whos extremely vain.

A good liar knows that the most efficient lie is always a truth that has had a key piece removed from it.

Waiting is the rust of the soul.

Sometimes we think people are like lottery tickets, that they're there to make our most absurd dreams come true.

One mustn't dream of one's future; one must earn it.

Before leaving the world, leave a profound positive mark of love upon the world.

Those who can create, will create. Those who cannot create, will compete.

It was quite apparent that he'd been bestowed all the charms of any handsomely clad rake. A demeanor to match, Ruby thought.

I can't say what makes a picture. I can't say. It's mysterious.

The satyagrahi strives to reach reason through the heart. The method of reaching the heart is to awaken public opinion.

Our most valuable and most instructive materials in the history of man are treasured up in India.

If you're out, and starving, and need a bite to eat, then you need fast food.

There are many of us who should be in a position to bring peace to the world.

It has been remarked (by a lady infinitely cleverer than the present author) how kindly disposed the world in general feels to young people who either die or marry.

Look upon every man, woman, and everyone as God. You cannot help anyone, you can only serve: serve the children of the Lord, serve the Lord Himself, if you have the privilege.