You must read, you must persevere, you must sit up nights, you must inquire, and exert the utmost power of your mind. If one way does not lead to the desired meaning, take another; if obstacles arise, then still another; until, if your strength holds out, you will find that clear which at first looked dark.
Giovanni BoccaccioHeaven would indeed be heaven if lovers were there permitted as much enjoyment as they had experienced on earth.
Giovanni BoccaccioNo-thing less splendid than a golden sepulchre would have suited so noble a heart.
Giovanni Boccaccio