Books are pleasant, but if by being over-studious we impair our health and spoil our good humour, two of the best things we have, let us give it over. I, for my part, am one of those who think no fruit derived from them can recompense so great a loss.
Michel de MontaigneThe desire for riches is more sharpened by their use than by their need. Pleasing all: a mark that can never be aimed at or hit.
Michel de Montaigne