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Robert A. Heinlein Quotes - Page 17

Goodness without wisdom always accomplishes evil.

Robert A. Heinlein (1983). “Stranger in a Strange Land”, Berkley

In a mature society, 'civil servant' is semantically equal to 'civil master.'

Robert A. Heinlein (1987). “Time Enough for Love”, p.228, Penguin

Stinky says women should be obscene but not heard.

Stranger in a Strange Land ch. 35 (1961).

In a dilemma, it is helpful to change any variable, then reexamine the problem.

Robert A. Heinlein (2005). “Have Space Suit, Will Travel”, p.61, Simon and Schuster

History is never surprising after it happens.

Robert A. Heinlein (2010). “The Green Hills of Earth and The Menace from Earth”, p.189, Baen Publishing Enterprises

Every law that was ever written opened up a new way to graft.

Robert A. Heinlein (1981). “Red Planet”, Del Rey

Budget the luxuries first.

Robert A. Heinlein (1987). “Time Enough for Love”, p.322, Penguin

When you're rich, you don't have friends; you just have endless acquaintances.

Robert A. Heinlein (1987). “I Will Fear No Evil”, p.309, Penguin

The purpose of war is to support your government's decisions by force.

Robert A. Heinlein (1987). “Starship Troopers”, p.54, Penguin

Always tell her she is beautiful, especially if she is not.

Robert A. Heinlein (1987). “Time Enough for Love”, p.321, Penguin