I have not become the Kings First Minister in order to preside over the liquidation of the British Empire.

I do not hold that we should rearm in order to fight. I hold that we should rearm in order to parley.

It has been said that democracy is the worst form of government except all the others that have been tried.

When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.

Never abandon life. There is a way out of everything except death.

Perfecting and selling your writing is a lifelong task. If you are a persistent writer, you can expect your abilities to improve with time. Success is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing your enthusiasm.

Watch your habits, they determine your character.