"I am convinced that, except in a few extraordinary cases, one form or another of an unhappy childhoo..." — Thornton Wilder

The future author is one who discovers that language, the exploration and manipulation of the resources of language, will serve him in winning through to his way.

Providence has nothing good or high in store for one who does not resolutely aim at something high or good. A purpose is the eternal condition of success.

A play visibly represents pure existing.

Pride, avarice, and envy are in every home.