The only way out is the way through, just as you cannot escape from death except by dying. Being unable to write, you must examine in writing this being unable, which becomes for the present—henceforth?—the subject to which you are condemned.
—Howard Nemerov
Topics: Writing, Authors & Writing, Writers
Obvious enough that generalities work to protect the mind from the great outdoors; is it possible that this was in fact their first purpose?
—Howard Nemerov
Nothing in the universe can travel at the speed of light, they say, forgetful of the shadow’s speed.
—Howard Nemerov
Topics: Light, Travel, Speed, Perspective
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