The first favourite was never heard of, the second favourite was never seen after the distance post, all the ten-to-oners were in the rear, and a dark horse which had never been thought of, and which the careless St. James had never even observed in the list, rushed past the grand stand in sweeping triumph.

Nurture your mind with great thoughts

Certainly Manchester is the most wonderful city of modern times!

A member of Parliament to Disraeli: 'Sir, you will either die on the gallows or of some unspeakable disease.' That depends, Sir,' said Disraeli, 'whether I embrace your policies or your mistress.

Nobody should ever look anxious except those who have no anxiety.

Novelty is an essential attribute of the beautiful.

Youth is the trustee of prosperity.