“We are not perfectly free until we live in pure hope. For when our hope is pure, it no longer trusts exclusively in human and visible means, nor rests in any visible end. He who hopes in God trusts God, Whom he never sees, to bring him to the possession of things that are beyond imagination.”
This book is a profound exploration of individuality and its relationship to society. It delves into the idea that no person is an island, emphasizing the necessity of human connection and the impact of community on personal identity and well-being. more
Thomas Merton (January 31, 1915 - December 10, 1968) was an American writer, poet, social critic, and mystic. His works covered a wide range of topics including philosophy, religion, and social justice, and were highly appreciated by readers. more
“Of course we're still having the concert. Don't let a little rain ruin your night.”
“I am damned if I'm going to die before I have unraveled more of the universe”
“If a picture is worth a thousand words, photographers are worth a million.”
“Film has the potential of allowing me to explore my own ideas, which I find very attractive.”