“English has always had a special fondness for other European languages...” — Rabih Alameddine Quote

“English has always had a special fondness for other European languages, a neighborly soft spot - perhaps because Britain has been invaded by speakers of those languages from the onset of its recorded history.”

“In 1975, I left the burning city of Beirut for the quiet insanity of England. To say that short, frail and wispy 15-year-old me didn't fit in would be such an understatement as to be a joke.”

“Whenever I come across an Arabic word mired in English text, I am momentarily shocked out of the narrative.”

“Britain's such a twisted, weird little place.”

“Britain and Churchill fought not solely in the name of liberty and democracy, but also with the intention of maintaining the empire, defending vital interests and remaining a great power.”

“I want Britain to be the home of successful competitive and stable financial services.”