Pearl S. Buck Quotes & Sayings

“To find joy in work is to discover the fountain of youth.”

“Some are kissing mothers and some are scolding mothers, but it is love just the same, and most mothers kiss and scold together.”

“Our society must make it right and possible for old people not to fear the young or be deserted by them, for the test of a civilization is the way that it cares for its helpless members.”

“You cannot make yourself feel something you do not feel, but you can make yourself do right in spite of your feelings.”

“Race prejudice is not only a shadow over the colored it is a shadow over all of us, and the shadow is darkest over those who feel it least and allow its evil effects to go on.”

“If you want to understand today, you have to search yesterday.”

“The secret of joy in work is contained in one word - excellence. To know how to do something well is to enjoy it.”

“None who have always been free can understand the terrible fascinating power of the hope of freedom to those who are not free.”

“A good marriage is one which allows for change and growth in the individuals and in the way they express their love.”

“Self-expression must pass into communication for its fulfillment.”