I do not regret having braved public opinion, when I knew it was wrong and was sure it would be merciless.

You may be witty, but not satirical.

Nine-tenths of the world is entertained by scandalous rumors, which are never dissected until they are dead and, when pricked, collapse like an empty bladder.

I do not regret having braved public opinion, when I knew it was wrong and was sure it would be merciless.

Bigotry is chronic dogmatism.

Do not lounge in the cities! There is room & health in the country, away from the crowds of idlers & imbeciles. Go west, before you are fitted for no life but that of the factory.

Fame is a vapor, popularity is an accident, riches take wings, those who cheer today may curse tomorrow and only one thing endures - character.