It is a surprising and memorable, as well as valuable experience, to be lost in the woods any time.

Nature puts no question and answers none which we mortals ask. She has long ago taken her resolution.

The brave man braves nothing, nor knows he of his bravery.

What is peculiar in the life of a man consists not in his obedience, but his opposition, to his instincts. In one direction or another he strives to live a supernatural life.

But they who are unconcerned about the consequences of their actions are not therefore unconcerned about their actions.

It appears to be a law that you cannot have a deep sympathy with both man and nature.

Cultivate poverty like a garden herb, like sage. Do not trouble yourself much to get new things, whether clothes or friends. Turn the old; return to them. Things do not change; we change. Sell your clothes and keep your thoughts. God will see that you do not want society.