I don’t create art for fame or money. I create it because I have to.

My mind is my weapon. My brother has his sword, King Robert has his warhammer, and I have my mind... And a mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.

International politics is a brutal and unforgiving arena, where states constantly strive to maximize their power and security.

死亡之所以紧紧跟随生命，不是因为生物学的必然性，而是因为嫉妒。生命如此美丽，以至于死亡爱上了它，这是一种嫉妒的、占有欲强烈的爱，它会抓住它能抓住的一切。

It is common sense to take a method and try it. If it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something.