A friendship formed in childhood, in youth,--by happy accident at any stage of rising manhood,--becomes the genius that rules the rest of life.

That is a good book which is opened with expectation, and closed with delight and profit.

Books are the most mannerly of companions, accessible at all times, in all moods, frankly declaring the author's mind, without offense.

The eyes have a property in things and territories not named in any title-deeds, and are the owners of our choicest possessions.

One does not see his thought distinctly till it is reflected in the image of another's.

Education may work wonders as well in warping the genius of individuals as in seconding it.

Enthusiasm is essential to the successful attainment of any high endeavor.