Science and art belong to the whole world, and before them vanish the barriers of nationality.

Habit is the most imperious of all masters.

Once I blazed across the sky, Leaving trails of flame; I fell to earth, and here I lie - Who'll help me up again? -A Shooting Star

To be pleased with one's limits is a wretched state.

Shakespeare is dangerous to young poets; they cannot but reproduce him, while they fancy that they produce themselves.

A resolution that is communicated is no longer within thy power; thy attentions become now the plaything of chance; he who would have his commands certainly carried out must take man by surprise.

Seize this very minute. What you can do or dream you can do, begin it. Begin it and the work will be completed