The simplest explanation is always the most likely.

Oh, I'm not afraid of death! What have I got to live for after all? I suppose you believe it's very wrong to kill a person who has injured you-even if they've taken away everything you had in the world?

Of course I despise money when I haven't got any. It's the only dignified thing to do.

the science of tomorrow is the supernatural of today.

Surfing is like that. You are either vigorously cursing or else you are idiotically pleased with yourself.

I believe, Messieurs, in loyalty---to one's friends and one's family and one's caste.

It is a curious thought, but it is only when you see people looking ridiculous that you realize just how much you love them.