“I don't go into hysterics or anything, but I look around for something to smash it with. I used to live out in the country when I first moved here, and there were a lot of centipedes in the house, and I set out to kill them all. A program of genocide. I'd wake up in the middle of the night, and I'd know there's a centipede in this room. And there always was. And I couldn't go to sleep until I killed it.”
Quote by William S. Burroughs
Work
Esquire: The Magazine for Men
Esquire is a long-standing publication that offers a diverse range of content including interviews, features on notable figures, and advice on various aspects of men's lives such as fashion, fitness, and relationships. more
Author
William S. Burroughs
William S. Burroughs was an American novelist known for his unique writing style and his significant influence on postmodern literature. His works often involve social criticism, political satire, and surrealistic elements. more
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