I can't imagine why knowledge, truth and love should be so much of a secret

Fantasy is hardly an escape from reality. It's a way of understanding it.

We learn more by looking for the answer to a question and not finding it than we do from learning the answer itself.

Using the device of an imaginary world allows me in some strange way to go to the central issues - it's one of many ways to express feelings about real people, about real human relationships.

Craftsmanship isn't like water in an earthen pot, to be taken out by the dipperful until it's empty. No, the more drawn out the more remains.

Keep reading. It's one of the most marvelous adventures that anyone can have.

He [the cat] liked to peep into the refrigerator and risk having his head shut in by the closing door. He also climbed to the top of the stove, discontinuing the practice after he singed his tail.

The only thing a cat worries about is what's happening right now. As we tell the kittens, you can only wash one paw at a time.

Is there worse evil than that which goes in the mask of good?

Seize the day, whatever's in it to seize, before something comes along and seizes you.

Thinking is a bit uncomfortable, but you'll get used to it. A matter of time and practice.

No amount of experimentation can ever prove me right a single experiment can prove me wrong.

Born on the ground. Live in the air!

I like smartasses, because I can be smartass back and rashy.

The eternal sound of the sea on every side has a tendency to wear away the edge of human thought and perception.

When others see you at peace, they’re reminded of the value of tranquility - that is, you inspire them to be at peace.

Keep clear of courts: a homely life transcends The vaunted bliss of monarchs and their friends.

Pete- What does a woman want out of marriage? Louisa- Undying devotion and a warm place to put her cold feet when she gets into bed at night.

What's that plate that's above a saucer but below a plate?

A hotel mini bar allows you to see what a can of Pepsi will cost in twenty years.

Engineering is the application of scientific principles toward practical ends. If the engineering isn't practical, it's bad engineering.