“We suspect that one of the weapons being used in the cultural war is a secret ray gun that induces forgetfulness and lethargy.”

“In the course of hours marked by the driving rhythm of his arms and pulsations of revolt or reverie, his conscientious forgetfulness of his surroundings takes on the form of an intoxication.”

“But Iwein's forgetfulness of his responsibilities as lord and husband, as well as his love for the adventurous life of an Arthurian knight, bring disaster.”