Once in a century a man may be ruined or made insufferable by praise. But surely once in a minute something generous dies for want of it.

There are few earthly things more beautiful than a university a place where those who hate ignorance may strive to know, where those who perceive truth may strive to make others see.

I must go down to the sea again For the call of the running tide It's a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied.

In this life he laughs longest who laughs last.

Quinquireme of Nineveh from distant Ophir, Rowing home to haven in sunny Palestine, With a cargo of ivory, And apes and peacocks, Sandalwood, cedarwood, and sweet white wine.

I have seen dawn and sunset on moors and windy hills Coming in solemn beauty like slow old tunes of Spain.

I must go down to the sea again, to the lonely sea and the sky; and all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by.