

“and when all the wars are over, a butterfly will still be beautiful.”
― Scenes from a Writer's Life
― Scenes from a Writer's Life

“Hapiness is as exclusive as a butterfly, and you must never pursue it. If you stay very still, it may come and settle on your hand. But only briefly. Savour those moments, for they will not come in your way very often.”
― A Little Book of Life
― A Little Book of Life

“On books and friends I spend my money;
For stones and bricks I haven't any.”
― Rain in the Mountains: Notes from the Himalayas
For stones and bricks I haven't any.”
― Rain in the Mountains: Notes from the Himalayas

“All glory comes from daring to begin.”
― Scenes from a Writer's Life
― Scenes from a Writer's Life
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