لا يوجد شخصان متشابهان، ولا يخفق قلبان لهما الإيقاع ذاته. ولو أراد الله أن نكون متشابهين، لخلقنا متشابهين. لذلك، فإن عدم احترام الاختلافات وفرض أفكار… - Elif Şafak

within every sane mind there was a trace of insanity, and within the depths of madness glimmered a seed of lucidity.

England has a peculiar way of making foreigners feel exhilaratingly free and depressingly alone.

There were many odd things about human beings. They thought insects were disgusting but felt lucky when a ladybird landed on their fingers. They detested rats but loved squirrels. While they found vultures repulsive, they thought eagles impressive. They despised mosquitoes and flies, but were fond of fire-flies. Even though copper and iron were medicinally important, it was gold that they worshipped instead. They took no notice of the stones under their feet but went mad for polished gems.