There is something of the same pleasure in noticing the hues of the stars that there is in looking at a flower garden in autumn.
Maria MitchellLet us secure not such books as people want, but books just above their wants, and they will reach up to take what is put out for them.
Maria MitchellTo read a book, to think it over, and to write out notes is a useful exercise; a book which will not repay some hard thought is not worth publishing.
Maria Mitchell