William Goldman
Born: 01-01-1931
William Goldman was an acclaimed American novelist, playwright, and screenwriter, renowned for his versatility and storytelling prowess. Born in 1931, he rose to fame with novels like "The Princess Bride" and "Marathon Man," both of which he adapted into successful films. Goldman's screenwriting credits include classics such as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "All the President's Men," earning him two Academy Awards. His work remains influential in literature and cinema.
Book summaries for books written by William Goldman
Quotes
Is it safe?
I have a theory, that you should do everything before you die.
There is no living with someone who is living with himself.
I believe in what I see, and what I see is what I know.
I never had any choice. I'm always running.
The world is filled with bastards, the number increasing rapidly the further one gets from Missoula, Montana.
Is it safe? Is it safe?... You're talking to me? Is it safe?
If you don't know who the sucker is in the first half hour at the table, then you're the sucker.
Sometimes, Babe, sometimes you just have to let history pass over you, like a wave.
I work for the government. I'm an agent of chaos.
I'm sorry. I didn't mean to hurt you. I love you.
You have to trust someone, Babe. It's a question of who.