The conscience is the most flexible material in the world. Today you cannot stretch it over a mole hill; while tomorrow it can hide a mountain.
Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron LyttonWhen one is in a good sound rage, it is astonishing how calm one can be.
Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron LyttonHow little praise warms out of a man the good that is in him, as the sneer of contempt which he feels is unjust chill the ardor to excel.
Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron LyttonThe public man needs but one patron, namely, the lucky moment.
Edward Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton