It isn't the subjects we write about but the seriousness and subtlety of our expression that determines the worth of or effort.

  • -- Joyce Carol Oates 乔伊斯·卡罗尔·欧茨

决定我们写作价值或努力的不是我们所写的主题,而是我们表达的严肃和微妙。

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Some consciously shun inspirational experiences in order not to burden their mediocrity.

有些人有意识地避开鼓舞人心的经历,以免给自己的平庸带来负担。

An idea, like a ghost, must be spoken to a little before it will explain itself.

一个想法,就像鬼一样,必须先跟它说几句话,才能解释清楚。