Philip José Farmer Quotes

A collection of quotes by Philip José Farmer.

Philip José Farmer (1918-2009) was an American science fiction writer known for his imaginative and provocative works. Born in Indiana, Farmer began writing at an early age and eventually became known for his pioneering approach to speculative fiction. He gained widespread recognition for his "Riverworld" series and his much-admired novel, "To Your Scattered Bodies Go." Throughout his career, Farmer's works explored themes of identity, sexuality, and religion, often pushing the boundaries of the genre. Farmer was honored with numerous awards for his contributions to science fiction, solidifying his legacy as a seminal figure in the genre's history.

Reader, pray that soon this Iron Age Will crumble, and Beaut

Reader, pray that soon this Iron Age Will crumble, and Beauty escape the rusting cage.

Philip José Farmer

Age Beauty

Sawbeaked epitome of bodiless Idea, tossed by gusts of ether

Sawbeaked epitome of bodiless Idea, tossed by gusts of ether, dive Through abstract mists and raid the sea of fact Eat rich strange fish, grow long bright feathers, press Form's flesh around thought's rib, and so derive From the act of beauty, beauty of the act.

Philip José Farmer

Beauty

We too. No wisdom to utter. You've beauty, flux, and terror

We too. No wisdom to utter. You've beauty, flux, and terror To tell. So've I. And they're Very hard to mutter Through so much chatter and stutter.

Philip José Farmer

Wisdom Life Beauty