Dr. Arnold . . . the admired reformer of public schools, came across some cranks who thought it a mistake to flog boys. Anyone reading his outburst of furious indignation against this opinion will be forced to the conclusion that he enjoyed inflicting floggings.

Every sane and sensible and quiet thing we do is absolutely ignored by the press.

Suppose atomic bombs had reduced the population of the world to one brother and sister; should they let the human race die out?

Either man will abolish war, or war will abolish man.

You must believe that you can help bring about a better world. A good society is produced only by good individuals, just as truly as a majority in a presidential election is produced by the votes of single electors.

It is not my prayer and humility that you cause things to go as you wish, but by acquiring a knowledge of natural laws.

There is something feeble and a little contemptible about a man who cannot face the perils of life without the help of comfortable myths.