I like work: it fascinates me. I can sit and look at it for hours.
I'm glad I didn't have to fight in any war. I'm glad I didn't have to pick up a gun. I'm glad I didn't get killed or kill somebody. I hope my kids enjoy the same lack of manhood.
Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone.
My pessimism extends to the point of even suspecting the sincerity of the pessimists.
Genius is one per cent inspiration, ninety-nine per cent perspiration.
You create your opportunities by asking for them.
When you want to believe in something, you also have to believe in everything that's necessary for believing in it.