I've lived through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened.

...there isn't often anything in Wagner opera that one would call by such a violent name as acting.

If it is a Miracle, any sort of evidence will answer, but if it is a Fact, proof is necessary

The law is a system that protects everybody who can afford to hire a good lawyer.

I am a great and sublime fool. But then I am God's fool, and all His works must be contemplated with respect.

Today's burdens can strengthen you for tomorrow.

If work were so pleasant, the rich would keep it for themselves.