Quote #17830
I thoroughly disapprove of duels. If a man should challenge me, I would take...
Quote #15078
The first and last thing required of genius is the love of truth.
Quote #20038
I love tranquil solitude And such society As is quiet, wise, and good.
Quote #9845
If we do not ever take time, how can we ever have time?
Quote #3473
Secret thoughts and open countenance will go safely over the whole world.
Quote #7490
Weary the path that does not challenge. Doubt is an incentive to truth and...
Quote #12783
Great services are not canceled by one act or by one single error.
Quote #25799
Men, in general, are but great children.
Quote #26958
The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity....
Quote #15155
The older I grow the more I distrust the familiar doctrine that age brings...