Marriage to a very rich woman posed problems.

My mother said, Don't worry abot what people think now. Think about whether your children and grandchildren will think you've done well.

I liked Truman very much. He was precise and businesslike. After a while, it was his turn.

You can divide my life into two.

I was so keen to get back to sea. I was rattled.

I believe firmly that it was the Almighty's goodness, to check my consummate vanity.

I suppose you can say I became an odd-job man.