Clifton Paul Fadiman Quotes

A collection of quotes by Clifton Paul Fadiman.

Clifton Paul Fadiman (1904-1999) was an American intellectual, author, and radio personality. He was known for his vast knowledge and love for literature, serving as the judge for the Book-of-the-Month Club for over 50 years. Fadiman hosted the popular radio quiz show "Information Please" and was a regular contributor to various publications, including The New Yorker. He authored several books, including "The New Lifetime Reading Plan" and "The Joy of Words." Fadiman's passion for literature and his ability to engage audiences through his wit and intellect made him a beloved figure in the literary world.

One measure of friendship consists not in the number of thin

One measure of friendship consists not in the number of things friends can discuss, but in the number of things they need no longer mention.

Clifton Paul Fadiman


A sense of humor is the ability to understand a joke - and t

A sense of humor is the ability to understand a joke - and that the joke is oneself.

Clifton Paul Fadiman

Humor

When you travel, remember that a foreign country is not desi

When you travel, remember that a foreign country is not designed to make you comfortable. It is designed to make its own people comfortable.

Clifton Paul Fadiman

Travel