Who said "I've often reflected on the nature of ambition."?

This quote is attributed to Hannibal Lecter.

I've often reflected on the nature of ambition. - Hannibal Lecter

"I've often reflected on the nature of ambition."

Hannibal Lecter Philosophy

"A census taker once tried to test me. I ate his liver with some fava beans and a nice Chianti."

"We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be."

"I do wish we could chat longer, but I'm having an old friend for dinner."

"Discourtesy is unspeakably ugly to me."

"I've seen the worst humanity has to offer."

"Sometimes I wonder if the world is worth saving."

"Every choice shapes our destiny."

"Order is the foundation of a good life."