Sophocles Quotes

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Every man can see things far off but is blind to what is near.

Sophocles

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Unfortunately, the people of Louisiana are not racists.

Dan Quayle
- People
- Louisiana
- Racists
The point really is that a writer tends to write a book that he or she tends to write. It's as simple as that. Of course, it's important to make a living and all that, but the main impulse as far as I'm concerned - and I'm sure as other writers are concerned - is to tell a story that I feel impelled by.

Vikram Seth
- Important
- She
- Book
Lives have been altered in fundamental ways, and later, after they acquire a more complete understanding of what goals are actually attainable, many are left facing a lot of pain and frustration. And yet, there's no culture of complaint.

Garry Trudeau
When I do a character, I try to base it on someone I have met or an experience I've had.

Illeana Douglas
- Character
- Experience
- Try
Life must continue, even with the security situation so bad, because I have ambitions. I love this sport too much.

Dana Hussein
- Life
- Security
- Sport
It was inevitable at some point that I would bump into one of my father's plays. The reality of the situation is that I'm a jobbing actor, and any actor would give their eye-teeth to have one of those roles. It's a no-brainer! I'm pleased the stars have aligned around 'Arcadia.'

Ed Stoppard
- Father
- Reality
- Stars