Leon Uris

Quotes by Leon Uris

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Author · American · 1924–2003

American author (1924–2003)

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“Anything to declare? the customs inspector said."Two pound of uncut heroin and a manual of pornographic art," Mark answered, looking about for Kity. All Americans are comedians, the inspector thoug...”
— Leon Uris
airport heroin security

“Talent isn't enough. You need motivation-and persistence too: what Steinbeck called a blend of faith and arrogance. When you're young plain old poverty can be enough along with an insatiable hunger...”
— Leon Uris
motivation

“A soldier has one item that cannot be neglected. His feet. They are his wheels, his mechanised warfare.”
— Leon Uris

“I was tough. I used everything to my advantage. I could be very ruthless.”
— Leon Uris

“Research to me is as important, or more important, than the writing. It is the foundation upon which the book is built.”
— Leon Uris