East Of Eden Quotes

East Of Eden Quote of the day

People like you to be something, preferably what they are.

I don't think there is a single sentence in this whole book [East of Eden] that does not either develop character, carry on the story or provide necessary background.

The weight of knowledge is too great for one mind to absorb.

In uncertainty I am certain that underneath their topmost layer of frailty men want to be good and want be loved. Indeed most of their vices are attempted short cuts to love.

Some people think it’s an insult to the glory of their sickness to get well.

And I here make a rule-a great and lasting story is about everyone or it will not last. The strange and foreign is not interesting-only the deeply personal and familiar.

A man can do a lot of damage in the church. When someone comes here, he's got his guard up. But in church a man's wide open.

Liza with her acceptance could take care of tragedy