“Help is dangerous because it exists outside the human economy: the onl...” — Rachel Cusk Quote

“Help is dangerous because it exists outside the human economy: the only payment for help is gratitude.”

“For me, a novel is always the result of my attempt to impose myself on raw circumstances. It is a concrete form of lived experience.”

“It's a pretty brutal process, having a baby.”

“I do like going out and finding free food. I've done it since I was a child. Fishing prawns and shrimps from the sea is wonderful, as is picking blackberries, sloes and mushrooms. Having a guide while out looking for mushrooms is really important, though, as picking the wrong type can be quite dangerous.”

“The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore.”

“Not everything is seen that happens on the pitch - the teammate in a good position, where it might get dangerous, how a situation develops.”