I am an unspeakable of the Oscar Wilde sort.

This element of surprise or mystery the detective element as it is sometimes rather emptily called is of great importance in a plot.

Belfastas uncivilised as ever--savage black mothers in houses of dark red brick, friendly manufacturers too drunk to entertain you when you arrive. It amuses me till I get tired.

Though life is very glorious, it is difficult.

The king died and then the queen died is a story. The king died, and then queen died of grief is a plot.

The people I admire most are those who are sensitive and want to create something or discover something, and do not see life in terms of power.

“It is Fate that I am here,” persisted George. “But you can call it Italy if it makes you less unhappy.”