"It is my belief, Watson, founded upon my experience, that the lowest and vilest alleys in London do not present a more dreadful record of sin than does the smiling and beautiful countryside."

"There is nothing more stimulating than a case where everything goes against you."

"The greatest gift that you can give to others is the gift of unconditional love and acceptance."

"Man is an ape, and woman is a cat."

"Ignorance is the curse of God; knowledge is the wing wherewith we fly to heaven."