Quote #22065
The reading of all good books is indeed like a conversation with the noblest...
Quote #28256
You know what’s probably a good thing to hang on your porch in the...
Quote #19888
The greater difficulty, the more glory in surmounting it. Skillful pilots gain their reputation...
Quote #2547
The trouble with her is that she lacks the power of conversation but not...
Quote #14637
We cannot seek or attain health, wealth, learning, justice or kindness in general. Action...
Quote #19905
The soul is that which denies the body. For example, that which refuses to...
Quote #14557
First secure an independent income, then practice virtue.
Quote #32649
Doubt is not a pleasant state of mind, but certainty is absurd.
Quote #23191
No man will ever bring out of the Presidency the reputation which carries him...
Quote #27357
People are always ready to admit a man’s ability after he gets there.