If only it were God's will that printed and written materials have as much influence on the people as the princes and their censors fear! Considering the countless good books we have, the world would have changed for the better a long time ago.
Franz GrillparzerThe Germans believe that, no matter where, they can get by on knowledge alone. Art, however, requires skill.
Franz GrillparzerYou can make the best of it and be content, or you can complain, it makes no difference. What does it matter that human beings judge the things that exist?
Franz GrillparzerGratitude is a fickle thing, indeed. A person taking aim presses the weapon to his chest and cheek, but when he hits, he discardsit with indifference.
Franz Grillparzer