I was born, for instance, incapable of appreciating music.

I made observations for three hours last night, and am almost ill today from fatigue; still I have worked all day, trying to reduce the places, and mean to work hard again tonight.

Let 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.

Do not look at stars as bright spots only. Try to take in the vastness of the universe.

I was born, for instance, incapable of appreciating music.

There is no cosmetic for beauty like happiness.

I am always the better for open-air breathing, and was certainly meant for the wandering life of the Indian.