Candide/creation

Famous quotes containing the words candide and/or creation:

“Probably it is impossible for humor to be ever a revolutionary weapon. Candide can do little more than generate irony.”
—Lionel Trilling (1905–1975)

“The very austerity of the Brahmans is tempting to the devotional soul, as a more refined and nobler luxury. Wants so easily and gracefully satisfied seem like a more refined pleasure. Their conception of creation is peaceful as a dream.”
—Henry David Thoreau (1817–1862)