It was as though applied mathematics was my spouse, and pure mathematics was my secret lover.

Where there is no mathematics, there is no freedom.

The vice president (Nixon) seems like a man who is acting like a nice man rather than being one.

In my view, investing in public libraries is an investment in the nation's future.

Writing is not an amusing occupation. It is a combination of ditch-digging, mountain-climbing, treadmill and childbirth.

Behold, I am weary of my wisdom, like a bee that has gathered too much honey; I need hands outstretched to receive it.

After all is said and done, a hell lot of a lot more is said than done.

Men!" I said. "You all a bunch of chauvinist morons" Stephanie Plum - Ten Big Ones

I say to our enemies: We are coming. God may have mercy on you, but we won't

Tip the world over and everything loose falls into L.A.

When you have found out the prevailing passion of any man, remember never to trust him where that passion is concerned.

It's always fun when you don't have to trot your stuff out, especially as a young guy.