“One of the sanest, surest, and most generous joys of life comes from being happy over the good fortune of others.”

“At least once every human should have to run for his life, to teach him that milk does not come from supermarkets, that safety does not come from policemen, that 'news' is not something that happens to other people. He might learn how his ancestors lived and that he himself is no different--in the crunch his life depends on his agility, alertness, and personal resourcefulness.”

“Listen, son. Most women are damn fools and children. But they've got more range then we've got. The brave ones are braver, the good ones are better — and the vile ones are viler, for that matter. ”

“Yes, Boss?'Dorcas, the last twenty or thirty years I've been a worthless, no-good parasite.'She yawned again. 'Everybody knows that.'Nevermind the flattery. There comes a time in every man's life when he has to stop being sensible--a time to stand up and be counted--strike a blow for liberty--smite the wicked.'Ummm...'So quit yawning, the time has come.'She glanced down. 'Maybe I had better get dressed.”

“An armed society is a polite society. Manners are good when one may have to back up his acts with his life.”

“...the word 'love' designates a subjective condition in which the welfare and happiness of another person are essential to one's own happiness.”

“Being sorry won't get you into heaven. Get happy, son. Get that old spring into your step and stay on your toes.”