“I have sometimes dreamt ... that when the Day of Judgment dawns and the great conquerors and lawyers and statesmen come to receive their rewards -- their crowns, their laurels, their names carved indelibly upon imperishable marble -- the Almighty will turn to Peter and will say, not without a certain envy when He sees us coming with our books under our arms, "Look, these need no reward. We have nothing to give them here. They have loved reading.”
This book brings together a diverse range of essays, covering a wide array of topics and perspectives from various authors. more
British modernist writer, known for her unique narrative techniques and profound portrayal of female experience. Her works include 'To the Lighthouse' and 'Mrs. Dalloway'. more
“Celebrate what you've accomplished, but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed.”
“And if you have five seconds to spare, I'll tell you the story of my life".”
“Don't allow your mind to tell your heart what to do. The mind gives up easily”
“It is no coincidence that the century of total war coincided with the century of central banking.”
“Do let's pretend that I'm a hungry hyena, and you're a bone!”