I should be glad if all the meadows on the earth were left in a wild state, if that were the consequence of men's beginning to redeem themselves.

The rich man is always sold to the institution which makes him rich. Absolutely speaking, the more money, the less virtue.

They take great pride in making their dinner cost much; I take my pride in making my dinner cost so little.

To him whom contemplates a trait of natural beauty, no harm nor despair can come. The doctrines of despair, spiritual or political servitude, were never taught by those who shared the serenity of Nature. For each phase of Nature, though not invisible, is yet not too distinct or obtrusive. It is there to be found when we look for it, but not too demanding of our attention.

I will come to you, my friend, when I no longer need you. Then you will find a palace, not an almshouse.

I live in the present. I only remember the past, and anticipate the future.

The Library is a wilderness of books.