The jurisdiction of a good man extends to the end of the world.

People were stupid, sometimes. They thought the Library was a dangerous place because of all the magical books, which was true enough, but what made it really one of the most dangerous places there could ever be was the simple fact that it was a library.

Have a bit more patience with newbies. Of course some of them act dumb - they're often students, for heaven's sake.

He's out of his depth on a wet pavement.

But you ain't part of it, are you?" said Granny conversationally. "You try, but you always find yourself watchin' yourself watchin' people, eh? Never quite believin' anything? Thinkin' the wrong thoughts?

Verence would rather cut his own leg off than put a witch in prison, since it'd save trouble in the long run and probably be less painful.

Few things are hidden from a quiet child with good eyesight.