It is very strange, this domination of our intellect by our digestive organs. We cannot work, we cannot think, unless our stomach wills so. It dictates to us our emotions, our passions.

I can see the humorous side of things and enjoy the fun when it comes; but look where I will, there seems to me always more sadness than joy in life.

Time is but the shadow of the world upon the background of Eternity.

Five thousand people in one society might do something, but five thousand societies of one member each would be a holy trouble.

I should never make anything of a fisherman. I had not got sufficient imagination

Cultivate a sense of humour. From a humorous point of view this lunch is rather good.

He is very imprudent, a dog; he never makes it his business to inquire whether you are in the right or the wrong, never asks whether you are rich or poor, silly or wise, sinner or saint. You are his pal. That is enough for him.