The scariest animal, drunk or sober

“Saturn Devouring His Son,’’ from the Black Paintings series, by Francisco de Goya, 1746-1828

“I think a human animal is far more wild and unpredictable and dangerous and destructive than any other animal.’’

—Jeff Corwin (born 1967), biologist, wildlife conservationist and animal-show host. He was raised in Norwell, Mass., and now lives in neighboring Marshfield.

Jacobs Farmhouse, in Norwell, Mass., built in early 19th Century

“Humanity I love you because when you’re hard up you pawn your intelligence to buy a drink.’’

— e.e. cummings (1894-1962), American poet, painter, essayist, author and playwright. He was born in Cambridge, Mass., and died in North Conway, Mass.