Great authors are admirable in this respect: in every generation they make for disagreement. Through them we become aware of our differences. Andre Gide on respect
One does not discover new lands without consenting to lose sight of the shore for a very long time. Andre Gide on time
To read a writer is for me not merely to get an idea of what he says, but to go off with him and travel in his company. Andre Gide on travel
Believe those who are seeking the truth. Doubt those who find it. Andre Gide on truth
There is no prejudice that the work of art does not finally overcome. Andre Gide on work
Work and struggle and never accept an evil that you can change. Andre Gide on work
No theory is good unless it permits, not rest, but the greatest work. No theory is good except on condition that one use it to go on beyond. Andre Gide on work
Art is a collaboration between God and the artist, and the less the artist does the better. Andre Gide on art