18 Quotes & Sayings By Anna Held

Anna Held was born in 1868 in South Carolina. Her lifelong love of books began at an early age, when her father brought home "The Arabian Nights." She went on to write five novels, among them The Story of Mary, Our Queen; The Story of the Prince; A Princess of India; and My Life As A Woman. But she is best known for her children's books, which enjoyed tremendous popularity in the late 19th century and early 20th century.

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I think the eyes flirt most. There are so many ways to use them. Anna Held
2
There is no disgrace in working. There was no silver spoon around at the time I was born. Anna Held
3
The more they applaud, the bigger your salary will be. Anna Held
4
A woman must make her fortune before she is 30 or work after she is 30 or get married. Anna Held
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We must go fast, because the race is against time. Anna Held
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A woman should be like a single flower, not a whole bouquet. Anna Held
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Most women are indulgent of themselves. This is a mistake. It should be only the reward of old age. Anna Held
8
My little dog, he did not get ill. It is so funny that people get ill on a boat and dogs do not. Anna Held
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No one ever tells us the truth, even those we love. Anna Held
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How many women have the courage to start properly with a cold, cold bath early in the morning? I jump in, throw the water, cold as ice, and after the first plunge I am happy. Anna Held
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Yes, I am seeking a husband. As soon as the right man asks me, I shall say, 'It is not good for a woman to live alone.' Anna Held
12
If I get married, I think I'd pick out a newspaperman rather than a millionaire. A newspaperman is a regular fellow. Anna Held
13
I do not say anything from jealousy. Anna Held
14
You'll never catch a man if you let him think you are too smart. Anna Held
15
Some women flirt more with what they say, and some with what they do. Anna Held
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Whatever success I may have attained is due to the fact that since I was old enough to work at all, my ambition has never deserted me. Anna Held
17
Costumes and scenery alone will not attract audiences. Anna Held