"It [the shadow] is our psychological clothing and it mediates between our true selves and our environment just as our physical clothing presents and image to those we meet" (Chapter 1, p. 3).

"One can make a forceful argument that children should not be subjected to this division too soon or they will be robbed or childhood: they should be allowed to remain in the Garden of Eden until they are strong enough o stand the cultural process without being broken by it" (Chapter 1, p. 6).

"To create is to destroy at the same moment. We cannot make light without a corresponding darkness" (Chapter 1, p. 15).

"While those with the largest talent seems to suffer most, we all must be aware of how we use our creativity - and of the dark side that accompanies our gifts" (Chapter 1, p. 19).

"George Bernard Shaw said that the only alternative to torture is art. This...