Humoring them costs nothing and adds to happiness in a world in which happiness is always in short supply.

There ain't no such thing as a free lunch." A Libertarian Movement slogan - The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress, 1907.

'Savage' describes a cultural condition, not a degree of intelligence.

Progress isn't made by early risers. It's made by lazy men trying to find easier ways to do something.

Always store beer in a dark place.

The most important lesson in the writing trade is that any manuscript is improved if you cut away the fat.

Cast me into a dungeon, burn me at the stake, crown me king of kings, I can 'pursue happiness' as long as my brain lives - but neither gods nor saints, wise men nor subtle drugs, can ensure that I will catch it.