Without Asceticism, Self-indulgence Would Be Insignificant.

The Muses Inspire Art And Pretend Not To Notice When Mammon Buys It.

After Ages Of Bombast, The Rhetoric Of Virtue Has Become Ironic And Shy.

Reading A Great Book Causes Jolts And Frights.

The Sorrow Of Not Being Movie Stars Overwhelms Millions.

The Popping Of Bubblegum Discourages The Most Determined Lecher.