Shame is like the weaver's thread; if it breaks in the net, it is wholly imperfect.

Common sense is only a modification of talent. Genius is an exaltation of it. The difference is, therefore, in degree, not nature.

In these days half our diseases come from neglect of the body in overwork of the brain.

Childhood and genius have the same master organ in common - inquisitiveness.

Some have the temperament and tastes of genius, without its creative power. They feel acutely, but express tamely.

What's money without happiness?

To how many is the death of the beloved the parent of faith!