Before we take to the sea, we walk on land. . . Before we create, we must understand. . .

That terrible mood of depression of whether it's any good or not is what is known as The Artist's Reward.

Organizations for writers palliate the writer's loneliness, but I doubt if they improve his writing.... For he does his work alone and if he is a good enough writer he must face eternity, or the lack of it, each day.

Do you know how an ugly woman feels? Do you know what it is to be ugly all your life and inside to feel that you are beautiful? It is very rare.

The only thing that can ruin a good day is people.

The sinews of war are five - men, money, materials, maintenance (food) and morale.

He had loved too much, demanded too much, and he wore it all out.