Bennett, Arnold

"The real tragedy is the tragedy of the man who never in his life braces himself for his one supreme effort, who never stretches to his full capacity, never stands up to his full stature."

"Good taste is better than bad taste, but bad taste is better than no taste." - in Evening Standard

"Pessimism, when you get used to it, is just as agreeable as optimism." - Things that Have Interested Me