There is nothing so inconvenient in this world as an absolutely truthful person, who can both speak and write, and has the courage of his convictions. One can always arrange matters with liars ... But with the man or woman who holds truth dearer than life, and honor more valuable than advancement, there is nothing to be done, now that governments cannot insist on the hemlock-cure, as in the case of Socrates.
Marie CorelliYou should always be well and bright, for so you do your best work; and you have so much beautiful work to do. The world needs it, and you must give it!
Marie Corellithe beginning of my history is - love. It is the beginning of every man and every woman's history, if they are only frank enough to admit it.
Marie Corelli