269 Quotes by Ruskin Bond

Men may sometimes be rather similar, but no two women are ever alike.

The India I Love, does not make the headlines, but I find it wherever I go – in field or forest, town or village, mountain or desert – and in the hearts and minds of people who have given me love and affection for the better part of my lifetime.

We said nothing for some time but we couldn’t have been more eloquent.

It is no use getting upset about delays in India; they come with unfailing punctuality.

Live long, my friend, be wise and strong. But do not from any man his song.

I think I have learnt something of the value of stillness. I don’t fret so much; I laugh at myself more often; I don’t laugh at others. I live life at my own pace. Like a banyan tree. Is this wisdom, or is it just old age?

Don’t be afraid of the dark, little one, The earth must rest when the day is done. The sun may be harsh, but moonlight – never! And those stars will be shining forever and ever, Be friends with the Night, there is nothing to fear, Just let your thoughts travel to friends far and near. By day, it does seem that our troubles won’t cease, But at night, late at night, the world is at peace.

Some people become an integral part of our lives; others are ships that pass in the night. Short stories, in fact. My.

She walked home through the darkening glade, singing of the stars; and the trees stood still and listened to her, and the mountains were glad.