It is dangerous to let the public behind the scenes. They are easily disillusioned and then they are angry with you, for it was the illusion they loved.

Evil is a necessary part of the order of the universe.

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.

Words have weight, sound and appearance; it is only by considering these that you can write a sentence that is good to look at and good to listen to.

Common sense and nature will do a lot to make the pilgrimage of life not too difficult.

Nothing more predisposes someone in our favour than to let him rob you a little.

Look after your laundry, and your soul will look after itself.