E.B. White Quotes

A collection of quotes by E.B. White.

E.B. White (1899-1985) was an American writer renowned for his contributions to literature and his role as a longtime writer for The New Yorker magazine. He is best known as the author of beloved children's books such as "Charlotte's Web" and "Stuart Little." White had a remarkable career, also co-authoring the classic reference guide, "The Elements of Style." His writing was characterized by its deep understanding of the natural world, subtle humor, and keen observations of human nature. E.B. White's timeless stories continue to enchant readers of all ages.

It is deeply satisfying to win a prize in front of a lot of

It is deeply satisfying to win a prize in front of a lot of people.

E.B. White

Inspirational Inspire Winning Win Winner Prize

A poet dares be just so clear and no clearer... He unzips th

A poet dares be just so clear and no clearer... He unzips the veil from beauty, but does not remove it. A poet utterly clear is a trifle glaring.

E.B. White

Poetry Beauty Poet

I am pessimistic about the human race because it is too inge

I am pessimistic about the human race because it is too ingenious for its own good. Our approach to nature is to beat it into submission. We would stand a better chance of survival if we accommodated ourselves to this planet and viewed it appreciatively instead of skeptically and dictatorially.

E.B. White

Nature Science Culture

After all, what's a life, anyway? We're born, we live a litt

After all, what's a life, anyway? We're born, we live a little while, we die.

E.B. White

Life Death Birth

If the world were merely seductive, that would be easy. If i

If the world were merely seductive, that would be easy. If it were merely challenging, that would be no problem. But I arise in the morning torn between a desire to improve the world and a desire to enjoy the world. This makes it hard to plan the day.

E.B. White

Life Humor Funny Pleasure Activism