When I wrote my book I wanted to love someone. I wanted to be in love. Now I know that I shall never be in love - and I no longer wish to be.

I want to live quietly.

I was born to be alone, and I always shall be but now I want to be.

I've never made plans for more than a day ahead.

One must always say things that aim to interest, because in the world one must after all pay for one's keep.

The art of Good Eating has two essential points: one must eat only when one is hungry, and one must take small bites.

I want fame more than I can tell. But more than I want fame I want happiness.