The public only knows one side of [Mark Mark Twain] - the amusing part. Little does it suspect that he was a man of strong convictions upon political and social questions and a moralist of no mean order.

A sunny disposition is worth more than fortune.

The man who acquires the ability to take full possession of his own mind may take possession of anything else to which he is justly entitled.

Capitalism is about turning luxuries into necessities.

If thou dost not sow, thou shalt not reap.

Concentrate your energy, thought and capital exclusively upon the business in which you are engaged... 'Don't put all your eggs in one basket' is all wrong. I tell you 'put all your eggs in one basket, and then watch that basket.'

There is a power under your control that is greater than poverty, greater than the lack of education, greater than all your fears and superstitions combined. It is the power to take possession of your own mind and direct it to whatever ends you may desire.