真正的作家永远是个局外人，即使在自己的国家也是如此。
The true writer is always an outsider, even in his own country.
"Writing is not just about telling stories; it's about uncovering hidden truths."
Optimism is a strategy for making a better future. Because unless you believe that the future can be better, you are unlikely to step up and take responsibility for making it so.
大学就像养老院，而且事实上，更多人死在了大学里。
我们都是自然的实验品。
我们是古老遗传遗产的临时保管者。
我们这个时代的巨大挑战是建立能够管理现代社会复杂性的机构。
You build your life around what you fear, and then you spend your life being afraid.