I was taken by William Burroughs’ presence and intelligence from the first time I was introduced to him, by Lester Bangs in 1975. He was thrilling to listen to. When you heard him speak, you felt that you were privy… — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
Go slow. If you have the time for eight countries, take five. If you're rushed to take five, take three. — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
The New York waiter ... knows more than you do about everything. He disapproves of your taste in food and clothing, your gauche manners,… — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
Here I stand, hobbled in a sack of doom, determined to tear out of it, knowing that I will. — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
“Not the most beautiful, or artistic, or intellectual of cities in Italy, Ascoli Piceno is certainly one of the most easy going and affable,… — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
A final reminder. Whenever you are in Paris at twilight in the early summer, return to the Seine and watch the evening sky close… — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
“Remember that a little learning can be a pleasant thing. Italy gives much, in beauty, gaiety, diversity of arts and landscapes, good humor and… — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
I was taken by William Burroughs’ presence and intelligence from the first time I was introduced to him, by Lester Bangs in 1975. He… — Kate Simon Copy Share Image
