“Why would someone for whom talking was torture want to talk all the time before thousands of Athenians? Because otherwise he’d have drown himself at high tide. My sister- so shy, so sincere- once wanted to be an actress. The best jazz drummer I’ve ever heard had only one arm. We all choose a calling that’s the most radical contradiction of ourselves.”
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David Shields is an American author born on July 22, 1956. His works span various literary forms, including novels, essays, and poetry. Shields is known for his unique writing style and profound insights into modern life. more
“I may be deprived of eloquence, but my mind can never be a dumb.”
“Words cannot only be made... But made to have a meaning, free the tongue and continue your speech.”
“When you see a stranger, your mouth start dancing like convulsion.”
“His stutter didn't like the idea of wooing and silenced any attempts to broach the subject.”