The individual man tries to escape the race. And as soon as he ceases to represent the race, he represents man.

Be faithful to that which exists within yourself.

One doesn't discover new lands without consenting to lose sight, for a very long time, of the shore.

The belief that becomes truth for me... is that which allows me the best use of my strength, the best means of putting my virtues into action.

In other people's company I felt I was dull, gloomy, unwelcome, at once bored and boring.

I intend to bring you strength, joy, courage, perspicacity, defiance.

The less intelligent the white man is, the more stupid he thinks the black.