To a man and woman, all of her elderly patients had been surprised to be old - which Avery privately regarded as a serious failure to pay attention.

I only know how to read because I steal books from rich people.

A person's genetic endowment, a product of the evolution of the species, is said to explain part of the workings of his mind and his personal history the rest.

I'm proud of "Shoot the Moon."

Some people have said Brother Khalid was a villain, but we know he was a victim in a world that is evil. Racism and injustice are the real villains here.

Death approaches, which is always impending like the stone over Tantalus: then comes superstition with which he who is imbued can never have peace of mind.

The final end of government is not to exert restraint but to do good.

Trust the past to the mercy of God, the present to His love, and the future to His providence.

Real faith has perfect peace and joy and a shout at any time. It always sees the victory.

But Time, unfortunately, though it makes animals and vegetables bloom and fade with amazing punctuality has no such simple effect upon the mind of man.

Moving pictures can be and will be new and fresh and exciting as long as there are ideas and talent in the world.