Instruction does not prevent wasted time or mistakes; and mistakes themselves are often the best teachers of all.
James Anthony FroudeNature is less partial than she appears, and all situations in life have their compensations along with them.
James Anthony FroudeI cannot think the disputes and jealousies of Heaven are tried and settled by the swords of earth.
James Anthony FroudeIf you think you can temper yourself into manliness by sitting here over your books, it is the very silliest fancy that ever tempted a young man to his ruin. You cannot dream yourself into a character; you must hammer and forge yourself one.
James Anthony Froude