Most birds are geniuses. We had one that became a pet; he learned to talk, use tools and solve problems.

I love to travel, but when I really want to escape, I read a book.

I throw back my head, and, feeling free as the wind, breathe in the fresh mountain air. Although I am heavy-hearted, my spirits are rising. To walk in nature is always good medicine.

I am actually looking most forward to seeing the country again. It's a wonderful town and the wilderness around there is beautiful. The falls there were an inspiration in my book My Side of the Mountain

That is the greatest gift my books have given me; what it means and has done for the kids.

Cats ... are completely self-sufficient and can leave you at any time and go off and make a living. And yet cats can have warm and loving relationships with humans.

There is something all life has in common, and when I know what it is I shall know myself.