25 quotes found
Author · American · 1924–2003
American author (1924–2003)
“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...”
“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...”
“A soldier has one item that cannot be neglected. His feet. They are his wheels, his mechanised warfare.”
“I was tough. I used everything to my advantage. I could be very ruthless.”
“Research to me is as important, or more important, than the writing. It is the foundation upon which the book is built.”