Alexander McCall Smith : (6)

" It seems to me that we’re in danger of losing sight of certain basic civic values in society by allowing the growth of a whole generation of people who really have no sense of attachment to society. " - Alexander McCall Smith

" My parents were very supportive and always encouraged us. My father was a gentle, nice man. My mother was quite a colorful character and a keen reader who encouraged me to write. " - Alexander McCall Smith

" Baboons take a bit of getting to know but, apparently, once you break the ice, so to speak, they are complex and interesting creatures with elaborate societies. " - Alexander McCall Smith

" I am capable of being idle. " - Alexander McCall Smith

" Well, I’d say all of us are a combination of moods and emotions. In my day to day life I don’t go around skipping, but at times one can feel sheer exhilarating joy at the world. " - Alexander McCall Smith

" As a writer, I have readers who will have a range of political views. I don’t think they look to me for political guidance. " - Alexander McCall Smith