Quote #15707
The basis of optimism is sheer terror.
Quote #2570
The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials.
Quote #3414
The only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it.
Quote #1723
The knowledge of the world is only to be acquired in the world, and...
Quote #27707
As long as a word remains unspoken, you are it’s master once you utter...
Quote #28757
If it’s a good idea, go ahead and do it. It’s much easier to...
Quote #32888
A man who gives his children habits of industry provides for them better than...
Quote #611
Truth is always exciting. Speak it, then, Life is dull without it.
Quote #29050
As far as we can discern, the sole purpose of human existence is to...
Quote #34815
Isn’t it interesting that the same people who laugh at science fiction listen to...