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“There's almost no content in terms of language at all. I don't like using language to convey meaning. I'd rather use images and music.”

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Philip Glass

Philip Glass, born on January 31, 1937, is a renowned American film score composer. Known for his minimalist style, he has composed music for numerous famous films, including 'Borat' and 'Eyes Wide Shut'. Glass's music has gained worldwide popularity and has had a profound impact on contemporary music. more

“My books and records are arranged according to subject, and within each subject, they're alphabetical by author or artist. The music tapes are alphabetical and the performance tapes are in chronological order.I like to control my environment, because I feel if I have my physical space in order, then I'm free to dream.”

Ifs Feels Book Dream Artist Order Space Records Environment Subjects Performances Tape

Author:George Carlin

“There's a thrill when you steal something in plain view of other people. When you drop a newspaper over a sign and walk away with it, or take something off a wall and the sound of the glue ripping makes people turn around. Your heart is racing, it's a rush.”

People Heart Turns Sound Walks Views Wall Newspapers Stealing Racing Thrill Glue

Author:George Carlin

“I went to George Washington High School for six months before my 16th birthday, when I could legally quit. That was an even worse experience than the Catholic schools. I mean, they were still teaching fractions. But mostly, I played hooky.”

Mean Stills School Teaching Months Six High School Catholic Quitting Six Months Fractions Catholic School 16th Birthday

Author:George Carlin

“When I was in seventh grade, I was caught stealing money from the visiting team's locker room during a basketball game. So I was sent to The Brothers. That's what they called this parochial school up in Goshen, New York. I was supposed to get closer supervision there and more "masculine influence," whatever that means. But I was thrown out for telling a couple of really lame kids on the playground that I had heroin.”

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