Hal Borland (May 14, 1900 – February 22, 1978) was an American author.

Quotes

  • Knowing trees, I understand the meaning of patience. Knowing grass, I can appreciate persistence.
    • Countryman: A Summary of Belief, Lippincott, 1965, p. 99
on page 105
  • You fight dandelions all week-end, and late Monday afternoon there they are, pert as all get out, in full and gorgeous bloom, pretty as can be, thriving as only dandelions can in the face of adversity.
  • No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.
    • Sundial of the Seasons, Lippincott, 1964, p. 49


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