History books that contain no lies are extremely dull. – Anatole France
Irony is the gaiety of reflection and the joy of wisdom. – Anatole France

History books that contain no lies are extremely dull. – Anatole France
Irony is the gaiety of reflection and the joy of wisdom. – Anatole France
Chance is the pseudonym God uses when He does not want to sign His name. – Anatole France
There are very honest people who do not think that they have had a bargain unless they have cheated a merchant. – Anatole France
In marriage there are no manners to keep up, and beneath the wildest accusations no real criticism. Each is familiar with that ancient child in the other who may erupt again…. We are not ridiculous to ourselves. We are ageless. That is the luxury of the wedding ring. – Enid Bagnold, Autobiography, 1969