Carlo Collodi quotes

Carlo Collodi was an Italian writer and journalist, widely recognized as the creator of "The Adventures of Pinocchio." His works, especially Pinocchio, have inspired countless adaptations and remain beloved by generations worldwide. He became a significant figure in children's literature and Italian culture. Here are 8 of his quotes:

A conscience is that still small voice that people won't listen to. (Carlo Collodi)

Never trust people who promise to make you rich in a day. They are generally crazy swindlers.

Carlo Collodi

When poverty shows itself, even mischievous boys understand what it means.

Carlo Collodi

Pinocchio, spurred on by the hope of finding his father and of being in time to save him, swam all night long.

Carlo Collodi

How it happened that Mastro Cherry, carpenter, found a piece of wood that wept and laughed like a child.

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Once upon a time there was a piece of wood. It was not an expensive piece of wood. Far from it. Just a common block of firewood, one of those thick, solid logs that are put on the fire in winter to make cold rooms cozy and warm.

Carlo Collodi

How ridiculous I was as a Marionette! And how happy I am, now that I have become a real boy!

Carlo Collodi

A boy's appetite grows very fast, and in a few moments the queer, empty feeling had become hunger, and the hunger grew bigger and bigger, until soon he was as ravenous as a bear.

Carlo Collodi

Carlo Collodi

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Occupation: Italian Writer
Born: November 24, 1826
Died: October 26, 1890
Quotes count: 8

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