WILLIAM BOLITHO QUOTES

South African journalist, writer & biographer (1891-1930)

The ablest diplomat will never boast of understanding a man, but only his intentions.

WILLIAM BOLITHO

Twelve Against the Gods


The mere idea of marriage, as a strong possibility, if not always nowadays a reasonable likelihood, existing to weaken the will by distracting its straight aim in the life of practically every young girl, is the simple secret of their confessed inferiority in men's pursuits and professions today.

WILLIAM BOLITHO

Twelve Against the Gods