I will tell you a little secret about archaeologists, dear Reader. They all pretend t be very high-minded. They claim that their sole aim in excavation is to uncover the mysteries of the past and add to the store of human knowledge. They lie. What they really want is a spectacular discovery, so they can get their names in the newspapers and inspire envy and hatred in the hearts of their rivals.

I do hope you have some money. I'm getting tired of hitting people.

I knew the answer, and--of course--so did Ramses. He has superb breath control and always gets in ahead of me.

I do, however, think it would be difficult to write books I don't like to read.

When men start talking about 'honor', there is sure to be trouble ahead.

I had refused Emerson's well-meant offers of assistance, knowing his efforts would be confined to moving the furniture to the wrong places and demanding how much longer the process would take.

If someone lies down and invites you to trample upon him, you are a remarkable individual if you decline the invitation.