Happiness is like the mountain summit. It is sometimes hidden by clouds, but we know it is there.

Only in quietness do we possess our own minds and discover the resources of the Inner Life.

The most pathetic person in the world is someone who has sight, but has no vision.

I could never stay long enough on the shore; the tang of the untainted, fresh, and free sea air was like a cool, quieting thought.

No smile is as beautiful as the one that struggles through tears.

This great republic is a mockery of freedom as long as you are doomed to dig and sweat to earn a miserable living while the masters enjoy the fruit of your toil.

It is hard to interest those who have everything in those who have nothing.