The instinct for self-deception in human beings makes them try to banish from their minds dangers of which at bottom they are perfectly aware by declaring them non-existent. Beware of Pity
My dear fellow, the truth isn't quite the sort of thing one tells to a nice, sweet, refined girl. The importance of Being Earnest
Fear prophets, Adso, and those prepared to die for the truth, for as a rule they make many others die with them, often before them, at times instead of them. The Name of The Rose
Everything tends towards catastrophe and collapse. I am interested, geared up and happy. Is it not horrible to be made like this? Never Give In!
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