German is my mother tongue and as such more natural to me, but I consider Czech much more affectionate, which is why your letter removes several uncertainties; I see you more clearly, the movements of your body, your hands, so quick, so resolute, it’s almost like a meeting.

— Franz Kafka

Her English was sweet, an effort for her, anachronistic and unpractised.

— Ruth Ahmed

I don’t know or understand any other language except the language of kindness.

— Debasish Mridha