The richness and variety, and indeed the advance, of our culture depend upon the continuation of this conflict [between conservatives and radicals], which is deeply rooted in human nature.

There are no inevitabilities in history

As a child I found railroad stations exciting, mysterious, and even beautiful, as indeed they often were.

In 1924 Mao took a Chinese friend, newly arrived from Europe, to see the notorious sign in the Shanghai park, 'Chinese and Dogs Not Allowed'.

A capitalist economy hums when leading businessmen are bubbling with animal spirits and are prepared to sink their money into risky ventures.

Human beings are infinitely worth studying, especially the peculiarities that often go along with outstanding gifts.

The word 'meaningful' when used today is nearly always meaningless.