Without civilization, we would not turn into animals, but vegetables.

Both faith and cynicism make judgment too easy.

Critic's delight: scolding the Mighty Dead.

Every book teaches a lesson, even if the lesson is only that one has chosen the wrong book.

In middle age, going naked contributes little to public enjoyment.

I have learned to keep to myself how exceptional I am.

The Puritan sours his pleasures by disguising them as duties.