Hecht

Famous quotes containing the word hecht:

    Mr. Wiggam, I want you to change the policy of The Clarion. I want you to write a story I should have written myself long ago. I want you to tell the people of San Francisco that no city can exist without law and order. Write a story about that flag, write about what verifies and brings a promise of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. There are some people in this town who don’t seem to know that. Let The Clarion tell them.
    —Ben Hecht (1893–1964)

    Samuel Sewall, in a world of wigs,
    Flouted opinion in his personal hair;
    For foppery he gave not any figs,
    But in his right and honor took the air.
    —Anthony Hecht (b. 1923)

    Mens sana in men’s sauna, in the flush
    Of health and toilets, private and corporal glee,
    —Anthony Hecht (b. 1923)