"The historian, essentially, wants more documents than he can really use; the dramatist only wants more liberties than he can really take."

“I think this sets a very bad precedent, the president unilaterally on his own starting war without any consent from Congress.”

“How certain human beings are able to create works of art is a mystery, and why they should wish to do so, at a great cost to themselves usually, is another mystery. Works are not created by one's life; every life is rich in material.”

Source : Elizabeth Hardwick (1998). “Sight-readings: American Fictions”, Random House Incorporated

“Experiencing deep sadness can, sometimes, heighten your ability to feel joy.”

“Please understand, I am not saying that technology is unimportant. I understand that technology is important.”

“But people who really know me, know that I am not a bad boy at heart I am a big teddy bear.”

“You are playing a character obviously, and everything you are saying is filtered through that person.  It is not you that is saying it.  It is filtered through a character that doesn’t have your own set of values - so it is not really odd.  Inevitably we help each other with a lot of line-learning.  Plus there is a familiarity which is quite nice.  We have done TV together before.”

“Never miss a chance to keep your mouth shut.”

“Ours is a land rich in resources; stimulating in its glorious beauty; filled with millions of happy homes; blessed with comfort and opportunity. In no nation are the institutions of progress more advanced. In no nation are the fruits of accomplishment more secure. In no nation is the government more worthy of respect. No country is more loved by its people. I have an abiding faith in their capacity, integrity and high purpose. I have no fears for the future of our country. It is bright with hope.”

Source : Hoover, Herbert (1974). “Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: Herbert Hoover, 1929”, p.11, Best Books on