There are huge creative advantages in having huge chunks of time when no one can find you. Emails and phones have diluted the experience of travel..

I like reading in a pub rather than a library or study, as it's generally much easier to get a drink..

If you've had the right kind of education, it's amazing how many things you can find to feel guilty about..

I reckon if I can't spend the day sleeping, the next best thing is to spend it reading and drinking..