John O'Hara quotes

John O'Hara was an American writer celebrated for his novels, short stories, and plays depicting American social life. His works are known for their sharp observation of class, ambition, and relationships, especially in the early to mid-20th century. He remains one of the most prolific and insightful chroniclers of American society. Here are 8 of his quotes:

The trouble is people leave too much to luck. They get married and then trust to luck. They should be sure in the first place.

John O'Hara

An artist is his own fault.

John O'Hara

Much as I like owning a Rolls-Royce, I could do without it. What I could not do without is a typewriter, a supply of yellow second sheets and the time to put them to good use.

John O'Hara

John O'Hara was a terrible bore as a young man-always looking for a fight, and making sure he never found one.

John O'Hara

Little old ladies of both sexes. Why do I let them bother me?

John O'Hara

I have work to do, and I am afraid not to do it.

John O'Hara

America may be unique in being a country which has leapt from barbarism to decadence without touching civilization.

John O'Hara