Civilization itself is housed in the human being.

[Race] had no substance, like a shadowy shape that terrifies in the dark but vanishes by the light of day.

passion of any sort is seldom governed by the rules of etiquette.

In the end countries, like people, are alone, and the real things that must be done have to be done without help.

choice in any sphere is a peril, the basic division of peoples is of those who believe in choice and those who mistrust it.

Happiness is 'happening' in the good souls, those God loves. That love is mirrored in terms of Happiness.

If we aren't trustworthy to our own words and values, why should we expect others to trust us with their resources, let alone with their lives?

'Caught' is a novel of forgiveness, and the past and the present - who should be and who shouldn't be forgiven. None of my books are ever just about thrills, or it won't work.

There is no reason against woman's elevation, but prejudices.

Like strength is felt from hope, and from despair.

God, though this life is but a wraith, Although we know not what we use, Although we grope with little faith, Give me the heart to fight and lose.

The fact is I have never been convicted of a crime.

You've turned into quite a bossy little thing," Myrnin said. "I think I might like it.

It's a very romantic sentiment, but to think that you would die if you didn't write, well, I would definitely choose to not write and live

In 1996, the players at the VSB tournament in Amsterdam sent me a card for my wedding with this dedication, 'Anand congrats on your wedding. You were a great player, now be ready to lose 50 points'.