Quote #19291
The reason that there are so few good books written is that so few...
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Quote #19292
Perhaps the most valuable result of all education is the ability to make yourself...
Quote #19293
It is good to be without vices, but it is not good to be...
Quote #19294
Nothing is more unpleasant that a virtuous person with a mean mind.
Quote #14746
Strong beliefs win strong men, and then make them stronger.
Quote #8209
The greatest mistake is trying to be more agreeable than you can be.
Quote #7614
The habit of common and continuous speech is a symptom of mental deficiency.
Quote #7617
One of the greatest pains to human nature is the pain of a new...
Quote #7489
The whole history of civilization is strewn with creeds and institutions which were invaluable...
Quote #3362
The reason why so few good books are written is that so few people...