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E.B. White

E.B. White (1899–1985) was an American writer best known for the children's classics Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little and for his essays in The New Yorker; he also revised The Elements of Style. This quote reflects his recurring themes of resilience and optimism in the face of everyday challenges.

Quotes: 3

Quotes by E.B. White

Always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder. — E. B. White

Staying Alert to Wonder in Everyday Life

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Created on: 12/18/2025

I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning the day difficult. — E.B. White

Balancing World-Changing Ambition With Daily Joy

E.B. White’s line captures a familiar tension that begins the moment we wake: the urge to do something meaningful with our lives while still relishing the pleasures of the day.

Created on: 11/21/2025

Hang on to your hat. Hang on to your hopes. And wind the clock, for tomorrow is another day. — E.B. White

Hang on to Your Hat, Hang on to Your Hopes – E.B. White

This quote encourages readers to stay resilient through life's trials. It suggests holding onto your hat as a metaphor for holding steady amid challenges, and maintaining hope, as a guiding force through uncertain times.

Created on: 11/9/2024