179 Quotes by James Clavell

Isn't it only laughter we can stay human?

God gives us intelligence to uncover the wonders of nature. Without the gift, nothing is possible.

How can a man be so brave and so stupid, so gentle and so cruel, so warming and so detestable -- all at the same time?

Horses are far worse than men for treachery...

It's always important to take time to study men -- important men. Friends and enemies.

What are clouds, but an excuse for the sky? What is life, but an escape from death?

Of what real value is a title? The power is the only important thing

Christ, it's so good to be alive.

You've committed murder just as much as Hélène did. You killed a fly with a human head, she killed a human with a fly head. If she murdered so did you.