And in the wreck of noble lives Something immortal still survives.

Like black hulks the shadows of the great trees ride at anchor on the billowy sea of grass.

Look, then, into thine heart, and write! Yes, into Life's deep stream! All forms of sorrow and delight, All solemn Voices of the Night, That can soothe thee, or affright, - Be these henceforth thy theme. (excerpt from "Voices of the Night")

If you once understand an author's character, the comprehension of his writings becomes easy.

Ah, to build, to build! That is the noblest of all the arts.

Perseverance is a great element of success.

Among the noblest in the land - Though man may count himself the least - That man I honor and revere, Who without favor, without fear, In the great city dares to stand, The friend of every friendless beast.