The secret studies of an author are the sunken piers upon which is to rest the bridge of his fame, spanning the dark waters of oblivion. They are out of sight, but without them no superstructure can stand secure.
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowThere's nothing fair nor beautiful, but takes Something from thee, that makes it beautiful.
Henry Wadsworth LongfellowIt is true, that it is not at all necessary to love many books, in order to love them much.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow