Civilization rests on two things: the discovery that fermentation produces alcohol, and the voluntary ability to inhibit defecation. … - Robertson Davies

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My friend wants to get moving and so do I,' Eddie said. 'We've got miles to go yet. ' I know that. It's on your face, son. Like a scar. ' Eddie was fascinated by the idea of duty and ka as something that left a mark, something that might look like decoration to one eye and disfigurement to another. Outside, thunder cracked and lightning flashed.

Robertson Davies

Civilization rests on two things: the discovery that fermentation produces alcohol, and the voluntary ability to inhibit defecation. And I put it to you, where would this splendid civilization be without both?

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