The painter is, as to the execution of his work, a mechanic; but as to his conception and spirit and design he is hardly below even the poet.
Yes great people are always subject to persecution and always getting into straits.
What the inner voice says will not disappoint the hoping soul.
To the fool-king belongs the world.
False fancy brings real misery.
Cling to thy native land, for it is the land of thy fathers?