Do not think too much of the dead husk of your friend, or mourn too much over it, but send your thoughts out towards the real soul or self which has escaped — to reach it. For so, surely you will cast a light of gladness upon his onward journey, and contribute your part towards the building of that kingdom of love which links our earth to heaven.
Edward CarpenterWhen he was twenty-three or twenty-four my father began to learn German and read philosophy in his spare hours, which did not look as though he were destined to remain long on board ship!
Edward CarpenterLet your mind be quiet, realizing the beauty of the world, and the immense boundless treasures that it holds.
Edward CarpenterAnd where there had been only jeers or taunts at first, crowds came to listen with serious and sympathetic mien.
Edward Carpenter