Quotes by Leo Rosten

Leo Rosten was an influential American author, humorist, and screenwriter, born on April 11, 1908, in ?ód?, Poland. Immigrating to the United States as a child, he wove his rich cultural heritage into the fabric of American literature. Rosten is best known for his beloved work, "The Joys of Yiddish," which celebrated the humor and wisdom of the Yiddish language. His legacy endures not only through his writings but also in the way he illuminated the immigrant experience, blending humor with poignant social commentary.

9 quotes found

"First-rate people hire first-rate people; second-rate people hire third-rate people."

Leo Rosten

"Humor is the affectionate communication of insight."

Leo Rosten

"Extremists think 'communication' means agreeing with them."

Leo Rosten

"Why did God give me two ears and one mouth? So that I will hear more and talk less."

Leo Rosten

"Courage is the capacity to confront what can be imagined."

Leo Rosten

"Happiness comes only when we push our brains and hearts to the farthest reaches of which we are capable."

Leo Rosten

"A conservative is one who admires radicals centuries after they're dead."

Leo Rosten

"I learned that it is the weak who are cruel, and that gentleness is to be expected only from the strong."

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"Truth is stranger than fiction; fiction has to make sense."

Leo Rosten

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