Quote #9767
It is impossible to mentally or socially enslave a Bible reading People.
Quote #2774
Old age is always fifteen years older than I am.
Quote #15754
Pride defeats its own end, by bringing the man who seeks esteem and reverence...
Quote #8155
When I find myself in the company of scientists, I feel like a shabby...
Quote #8298
Miss Brooke had that kind of beauty which seems to be thrown into relief...
Quote #13802
The power of man has grown in every sphere, except over himself.
Quote #1706
Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible...
Quote #13768
Great deeds are usually wrought at great risks.
Quote #14521
There is nothing so absurd but some philosopher has said it.
Quote #26608
He has all the virtues I dislike and none of the vices I admire.