Argument does not teach children or the immature. Only time and experience does that.

My father was always so mingled with rage at his life.

Think wrongly, if you please, but in all cases think for yourself.

I don't think in terms of optimism and pessimism when writing a story. I am telling a story.

The 1960s was probably the first time in history that young people were recognized as a big group of consumers and as a commercial proposition for Madison Avenue. Advertising played a major role in creating the ethos of that era - the idea that, "Here it is, and you can have it now." I know that many kids thought that the ethos of the 1960s was due to their own peculiar virtues, but, in fact, it had a lot to do with the realities of the marketplace and commerce.

Growing up is, after all, only the understanding that one's unique and incredible experience is what every one shares.

I never thought of London in terms of possible heroes - of course, there are thousands. It's a very talented city.