Men of genius are like eagles, they live on what they kill, while men of talents are like crows, they live on what has been killed for them.

The highest philosophers, in explaining the mystery of this world, are obliged to call in the aid of another.

My advice to those who are about to begin, in earnest, the journey of life, is to take their heart in one hand and a club in the other.

Words are often seen hunting for an idea, but ideas are never seen hunting for words.

Debt is a trap which man sets and baits himself, and then deliberately gets into.

One of the best temporary cures for pride and affectation is seasickness; a man who wants to vomit never puts on airs.

Be like a postage stamp. Stick to one thing until you get there.