Herb Caen Quotes

A collection of quotes by Herb Caen.

Herb Caen (1916-1997) was a renowned American journalist and columnist, best known for his work at the San Francisco Chronicle. Born and raised in Sacramento, California, Caen moved to San Francisco in the 1930s and began his career in journalism. He quickly gained popularity for his witty and insightful writing style, earning him a devoted following. Caen's columns, often focused on the unique character of San Francisco, were published for over six decades, making him an iconic figure in the city's literary scene. His contributions to journalism and his love for San Francisco made him a beloved figure among locals and readers worldwide.

A city is not gauged by its length and width, but by the bro

A city is not gauged by its length and width, but by the broadness of its vision and the height of its dreams.

Herb Caen


Cockroaches and socialites are the only things that can stay

Cockroaches and socialites are the only things that can stay up all night and eat anything.

Herb Caen

Society

The trouble with born-again Christians is that they are an e

The trouble with born-again Christians is that they are an even bigger pain the second time around.

Herb Caen

Christianity

The only thing wrong with immortality is that it tends to go

The only thing wrong with immortality is that it tends to go on forever.

Herb Caen

Immortality

A man begins cutting his wisdom teeth the first time he bite

A man begins cutting his wisdom teeth the first time he bites off more than he can chew.

Herb Caen

Time