In the end we retain from our studies only that which we practically apply.
Certain defects are necessary for the existence of individuality.
I curse all negative purism that tells me not to use a word from another language that either expresses something that my own language cannot or does that in a more delicate manner.
He who is firm and resolute in will molds the world to himself.
Writing is busy idleness.
There are three classes of readers; some enjoy without judgment; others judge without enjoyment; and some there are who judge while they enjoy, and enjoy while they judge. The latter class reproduces the work of art on which it is engaged. Its numbers are very small.