80: Epigraphs

Thank you so much for following my 80 iterations of “A Sharp Knife Is Safer.” The remaining 20 iterations are left as an exercise for the reader.

“Second prize is a set of steak knives.” — David Mamet, Glengarry Glen Ross

“A mediocre idea that generates enthusiasm will go further than a great idea that inspires no one.” — Mary Kay Ash

“So attention must be paid.” — Arthur Miller, Death of a Salesman

“You’re like a dull knife, just ain’t cuttin’, just talkin’ loud and saying nothing” — James Brown

“If I ever bore you, it’ll be with a knife.” — Louise Brooks

“The knives of jealousy are honed on details.” — Ruth Rendell

“The big rules of knife fighting are (a) do not try it at home, and (b) the whole point is never, ever use the blade. It is there to distract your opponent. While he stares at the gleaming steel, you kick his balls to kingdom come.” — Keith Richards

“A knife can be a symbol, but it also better be able to cut string.” — Ansen Dibell

“Sometimes it’s like someone took a knife, baby, edgy and dull, and cut a six-inch valley through the middle of my skull” — Bruce Springsteen

“The blade itself incites to deeds of violence.” — Homer

“By the way, if anyone here is in advertising or marketing … kill yourself.” — Bill Hicks