Best 6 quotes of Hugh Lofting on MyQuotes

If I had my way... there wouldn't be a single lion or tiger in captivity anywhere in the world. They never take to it. They're never happy. They never settle down... You can see it in their eyes.

I make no claim to be an authority on writing or illustrating for children.

There has always been a tendency to classify children almost as a distinct species.

I don't believe in a lot of baggage. It's such a nuisance. Life's too short to fuss with it. And it isn't really necessary

What I am wondering," said the Doctor, "is where we are going to get another boat to go home in...Oh well, perhaps we'll find one lying about on the beach that nobody is using.

You stupid piece of warm bacon.