Famous quotes containing the words elwyn brooks and/or brooks:
“Every American, to the last man, lays claim to a “sense” of humor and guards it as his most significant spiritual trait, yet rejects humor as a contaminating element wherever found. America is a nation of comics and comedians; nevertheless, humor has no stature and is accepted only after the death of the perpetrator.”
—E.B. (Elwyn Brooks)
“For I am rightful fellow of their band.
My best allegiances are to the dead.”
—Gwendolyn Brooks (b. 1917)