Quotes & anectdotes from
the wise,
the foolish,
the courageous &
the drunk

Shel Silverstein Playwright

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: Sep 25, 1930
  • Died: May 10, 1999

Sheldon Allan "Shel" Silverstein was an American poet, singer-songwriter, cartoonist, screenwriter, and author of children's books. He styled himself as Uncle Shelby in some works. Translated into more than 30 languages, his books have sold over 20 million copies.

To me, freedom entitles you to do something, not to not do something.

Stand-up comics reflect less of a visual humor and more of a commentary.