Mr. Jesmond made a peculiar noise rather like a hen who has decided to lay an egg and then thought better of it.

When the fact doesn't meet the theory then let go the theory.

I specialize in murders of quiet, domestic interest.

With thought, all problems can be resolved.

A weak man in a corner is more dangerous than a strong man.

Beastly things, teeth. Give us trouble from the cradle to the grave.

Ideas are like everything else. They've got to be marketed.