• It is forever unspeakable that man must suffer so. But you learn to control yourself, to work efficiently. ... I used to cry, and want to cry, but what do tears do? I was so proud when first I began to conquer. ... Your cheeks feel white just the same, but inside, not outside. Nobody can tell to look at you. Nobody.

    Elliott Merrick: It is forever unspeakable that man must suffer so.  But you learn to control yourself, to work efficiently.  ... I used to cry, and want to cry, but what do tears do?  I was so proud when first I began to conquer. ...    Your cheeks feel white just the same, but inside, not outside.  Nobody can tell to look at you. Nobody.