We can sum up the surrealist distinction between 'literature' and 'poetry' by saying where the former is artificial, fictive and elusive, the latter is natural, real, direct and spontaneous.

Surrealism, then, neither aims to subvert realism, as does the fantastic, nor does it try to transcend it. It looks for different means by which to explore reality itself.

We are here for the evolution of our soul. This evolution happens through the management of both the ups and downs of physical life. Evolution is halted by pretending to be happy all the time

His name is Tyson? I hate to break it to you, but you dated a brand of chicken.

I absolutely hate the way the United States glorifies its military and its wars. Real heroes fight for peace.

A library, no matter how big or small, is a careful balance of love and responsibility. A machine, if you will, cranked by those who care most about reading.

The difference between "active" and "busy" is that the former includes reflection and is directed, whereas the busy life feels out of control and does not seem purposeful or meaningful.

Doing the right thing at all costs is an absolute, and only a sith deals in absolutes.

If you don't know where you're going, it doesn't matter if your alarm doesn't go off in the morning.

The credit of advancing science has always been due to individuals and never to the age.

I just turned 50. 50's like the new 49 and nothing better, let me tell you.

I have found that a story leaves a deeper impression when it is impossible to tell which side the author is on.