Waves and Palindromes

History, like a wave, reaches a peak and falls. If we look from the other end of time, we see the same pattern in reverse

David Mitchell · Литература · David Mitchell Interview

David Mitchell

British novelist, author of Cloud Atlas and The Number 9

Interwoven Lives — David Mitchell
Each life intersects with another, and we rarely see the full picture. A writer has the privilege of showing these invisible connections
Craft of the Writer — David Mitchell
Writing is a craft, like carpentry. You have to learn, practice, and perfect the technique
Path to Writing — David Mitchell
I started writing because I couldn't help but write. It wasn't a choice, it was a necessity, like breathing
The Blank Page as Boss — David Mitchell
The blank page is like a slightly irritating boss. It demands that you be honest, and doesn't let you pretend
Multiple Beginnings — David Mitchell
Stories don't have one beginning. They have multiple beginnings, and each beginning changes the meaning of the ending

Birth of a Legend — Paul McCartney
The Beatles were about growth. We changed every single day.
Documenting History — Questlove
As a documentarian, I feel a responsibility to preserve the history of Black music and culture
Always Be a Good Human — Louis Armstrong
I've always tried to be a good human being. That's what matters.
The Drum Tells a Story — Questlove
The drum is the heartbeat of music. It's what keeps everyone together
Business Is Art — Pharrell Williams
Success doesn't come overnight. It's the result of hard work, passion and patience
The Story Behind the Song — Alicia Keys
Every song tells a story of my heart