History develops, art stands still.

He educated Maurice, or rather his spirit educated Maurice's spirit, for they themselves became equal. Neither thought "Am I led; am I leading?" Love had caught him out of triviality and Maurice out of bewilderment in order that two imperfect souls might touch perfection.

Life is a public performance on the violin, in which you must learn the instrument as you go along.

Neanderthal man listened to stories, if one may judge by the shape of his skull.

Ah, but you see, I didn't want to be fair.

Only people who have been allowed to practise freedom can have the grown-up look in their eyes.

How few writers can prostitute all their powers!