Quote #13291
It is dangerous to be sincere unless you are also stupid.
Quote #21184
If a man’s wit be wandering, let him study the mathematics.
Quote #7537
Pity is the virtue of the law, and none but tyrants use it cruelly.
Quote #1652
Nothing contributes so much to tranquilizing the mind as a steady purpose – a...
Quote #21356
The vast majority of human beings dislike and even dread all notions with which...
Quote #23626
The greatest remedy for anger is delay.
Quote #6779
We are alone, absolutely alone on this chance planet: and, amid all the forms...
Quote #14534
This is not a novel to be tossed aside lightly. It should be thrown...
Quote #2027
Conversation is the enemy of good wine and food.
Quote #16164
The secret of success is constancy of purpose.