To imagine is everything, to know is nothing at all.

A dictionary is merely the universe arranged in alphabetical order.

We reproach people for talking about themselves but it is the subject they treat best.

I ought not to fear to survive my own people so long as there are men in the world; for there are always some whom one can love.

There is only one science, love, one riches, love, only one policy, love. To make love is all the law and the prophets.

I do not know any reading more easy, more fascinating, more delightful than a catalogue.

To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.