Quote #8997
We are able to laugh when we achieve detachment, if only for a moment.
Quote #19334
I can remember way back when a liberal was one who was generous with...
Quote #15907
“Know thyself,” said the old philosopher, “improve thyself,” saith the new. Our great object...
Quote #1914
Laughter, while it lasts, slackens and unbraces the mind, weakens the faculties, and causes...
Quote #23556
Education is what survives when what has been learned has been forgotten.
Quote #23261
I do not mind lying but I hate inaccuracy.
Quote #7087
Wealth is the slave of a wise man. The master of a fool.
Quote #31871
Curiosity will conquer fear even more than bravery will.
Quote #1602
I begin to think, that a calm is not desirable in any situation in...
Quote #34526
My one aim was to do a thing well and to excel if possible.