Trial by jury is the palladium of our liberties. I do not know what a palladium is, but I am sure it is a good thing!

The unexamined life may not be worth living, but the life too closely examined may not be lived at all.

There are two reasons why anybody buys anything. The real reason, and the reason they give you.

I have tried getting up early, and I have tried getting up late-and the latter agrees with me best.

Scientists have odious manners, except when you prop up their theory; then you can borrow money off them.

I don't like to commit myself about heaven and hell - you see, I have friends in both places.

In Austria an editor who can write well is valuable, but he is not likely to remain so unless he can handle a sabre with charm.