The opposite of an idealist is too often a man without love.

In this vast country that he had so loved, he was alone.

... unhappiness is like marriage. We believe we chose it, but then it is choosing us. That is how it is, we can do nothing about it.

After awhile you could get used to anything.

It is natural to give a clear view of the world after accepting the idea that it must be clear.

The purpose of a writer is to keep civilization from destroying itself.

I have a good, hearty laugh and an energetic handshake, and those are trump cards.