I always disliked dogs, those protectors of cowards who lack the courage to fight an assailant themselves. – August Strindberg
That is the thankless position of the father in the family – the provider for all, and the enemy of all. – August Strindberg
When I free my body from its clothes, from all their buttons, belts, and laces, it seems to me that my soul takes a deeper, freer breath. – August Strindberg
Happiness consumes itself like a flame. It cannot burn for ever, it must go out, and the presentiment of its end destroys it at its very peak. – August Strindberg