I have the conviction that excessive literary production is a social offense. ... Everyone who contributes to the 'too much' of literature is doing grave social injury.
George EliotFriendship is the inexpressible comfort of feeling safe with a person, having neither to weigh thoughts nor measure words.
George EliotIt is a vain thought to flee from the work that God appoints us, for the sake of finding a greater blessing, instead of seeking it where alone it is to be found - in loving obedience.
George Eliot