Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Luminary

1. "He turned back from the door. He drew deep breaths. His heart pounded. He spun around again, then banged wildly on the windowpanes." page 100

2. .."Eddie privately adored his old man, because sons will adore their fathers through even the worst behaviour. It is how they learn devotion. Before he can devote himself to God or a woman, a boy will devote himself to his father, even foolishly, even beyond explanation." page 106

3. "Unbeknownst to him, he had befun the ritual of semaphore with his father, forsaking words or physical affection. It was to be done internally. You were just supposed to know it, that's all. Denial of affection. The damage done." page 108

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