" As the minuteness of the parts formed a great hindrance to my speed, I resolved, contrary to my first intention, to make the being of a gigantic stature, that is to say, about eight feet in height, and proportionably large. After having formed this determination and having spent some months in successfully collecting and arranging my materials, I began. "

― Joseph Conrad , 50 Masterpieces you have to read before you die Vol: 1 (Golden Deer Classics)