Art, if it is to be reckoned as one of the great values of life, must teach man humility, tolerance, wisdom and magnanimity. The value of art is not beauty, but right action.

Perfection is a trifle dull. It is not the least of life's ironies that this, which we all aim at, is better not quite achieved.

Tolerance is another word for indifference.

A good story is obviously a difficult thing to invent, but its difficulty is a poor reason for despising it.

The best style is the style you don't notice.

Charm and nothing but charm at last grows a little tiresome. It's a relief then to deal with a man who isn't quite so delightful but a little more sincere.

The secret of play-writing can be given in two maxims: stick to the point, and, whenever you can, cut.