I led the life of an intellectual up until a certain age. I remember Freuds Interpretation of Dreams was a big favorite when I was 11. It sounded so interesting. And it really was! – Wallace Shawn
In my early 20s, I studied history and politics, and I really thought that perhaps I would devote my life to that. – Wallace Shawn
I was making my living from a joke about my appearance that I didnt understand, and in a way still dont, because when I look in a mirror it doesnt seem funny to me. – Wallace Shawn
You can go to a play that is enjoyable because its funny, and then on the next night you can go to a play thats enjoyable because its disturbing. – Wallace Shawn
But we can hold our spirits and our bodies so pure and high, we may cherish such thoughts and such ideals, and dream such dreams of lofty purpose, that we can determine and know what manner of men we will be, whenever and wherever the hour strikes and calls to noble action. – Joshua Chamberlain