There is no human bliss equal to twelve hours of work with only six hours in which to do it.

The law is a great thing,--because men are poor and weak, and bad. And it is great, because where it exists in its strength, no tyrant can be above it. But between you and me there should be no mention of law as the guide of conduct. Speak to me of honour, and of duty, and of nobility; and tell me what they require of you.

I am not fit to marry. I am often cross, and I like my own way, and I have a distaste for men.

There are some achievements which are never done in the presence of those who hear of them. Catching salmon is one, and working all night is another.

The best education is to be had at a price, as well as the best broadcloth.

A man's love, till it has been chastened and fastened by the feeling of duty which marriage brings with it, is instigated mainly by the difficulty of pursuit.

It's dogged as does it.