I was always a feminist, for I liked intellectual revolt as much as I disliked physical violence. On the whole, I think women havelost something precious, but have gained, immeasurably, by the passing of the old order.

I am inclined to believe that a man may be free to do anything he pleases if only he will accept responsibility for whatever he does.

It is only in the heart that anything really happens.

But youth isn't happy. Youth is sadder than age.

Nothing is more consuming, or more illogical, than the desire for remembrance.

Grandpa says we've got everything to make us happy but happiness.

Surely the novel should be a form of art - but art was not enough. It must contain not only the perfection of art, but the imperfection of nature.