Every reader finds himself. The writers work is merely a kind of optical instrument that makes it possible for the reader to discern what, without this book, he would perhaps never have seen in himself. – Marcel Proust
The charms of the passing woman are generally in direct proportion to the swiftness of her passing. – Marcel Proust
The human plagiarism which is most difficult to avoid, for individuals… is the plagiarism of ourselves. – Marcel Proust
As we get closer to the end of this Congress, we should be addressing the urgent needs of the American people – the war in Iraq, affordable health care, a sensible energy policy, quality education for our children, retirement security, and a sound and fair fiscal policy. – Chris Van Hollen