“But women aren't just bodies! ... boor! they're "companions" as well! what of their charms, their grace, their twitterings? sure, sure! if suicide appeals to you ...”
“Well as much as I'm sure the people next door who are pretending they aren't looking at me would like to hear what I have to say, I'd rather say it to just you.”
“If there were a party of those who aren't sure they're right, I'd belong to it. (as quoted by Tony Judt)”
“Impulsiveness can be charming but deliberation can have an appeal, as well.”
“But they keep saving me because they know I stand for something. They're just not sure what yet.-The Pagoda”
“Are you sure, sweetheart, that you want to be well?… Just so’s you’re sure, sweetheart, and ready to be healed, cause wholeness is no trifling matter. A lot of weight when you’re well.”