Quote #25522
The bird of paradise alights only upon the hand that does not grasp.
Quote #31141
Luck is the residue of design.
Quote #7386
When we cannot hope to win, it is an advantage to yield.
Quote #33286
I don’t know that I ever wanted greatness, on its own. It seems rather...
Quote #21091
Evil when we are in its power is not felt as evil but as...
Quote #3223
The higher the buildings, the lower the morals.
Quote #18746
Anger as soon as fed is dead- ‘Tis starving makes it fat.
Quote #30495
Not to be cheered by praise, Not to be grieved by blame, But to...
Quote #25311
Do not measure your loss by itself if you do, it will seem intolerable...
Quote #6902
Know the true value of time; snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it....