It is easier to counterfeit old age than youth.

A lady cannot be blamed if a master criminal takes a fancy to her.

The only people who are not in awe of Emerson's powerful voice and well-nigh superhuman strength are the members of his own family. He is aware of this, and often complains about it; so from time to time I like to put on a little show of being intimidated. 'Proceed, my dear,' I said apologetically.

I can do a book in three months if I spend all day, seven days a week at it and, in fact, I work better that way.

There are too many people in the world as it is, but the supply of ancient manuscripts is severely limited.

His masculinity was only too apparent

Superstition has its practical uses.