Even in Siberia there is happiness. - Anton Chekhov

"Wisdom.... comes not from age, but from education and learning."

"Don't tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass."

"There is nothing new in art except talent."

"In displaying the psychology of your characters, minute particulars are essential. God save us from vague generalizations!"(Letter to Alexander Chekhov, May 10, 1886)"

"Any idiot can face a crisis - it's day to day living that wears you out."