Quote #2913
On the whole human beings want to be good, but not too good, and...
Quote #16252
I have made this letter longer, because I have not had the time to...
Quote #939
The shortest and surest way to live with honour in the world, is to...
Quote #17215
Whoever acquires knowledge but does not practice it is as one who ploughs but...
Quote #10178
A man may learn wisdom even from a foe.
Quote #15334
For the memory of love is sweet, though the love itself were in vain....
Quote #5705
We cannot command nature except by obeying her.
Quote #675
Do not be too timid and squeamish about your actions. All life is an...
Quote #20055
My mind to me a kingdom is, Such present joys therein I find, That...
Quote #4488
Never say anything to hurt anyone. Moreover . . . refrain from double talk,...