A dreamer is one who can only find his way by moonlight.

The American father is never seen in London. He passes his life entirely in Wall Street and communicates with his family once a month by means of a telegram in cipher.

Be moderate in all things, including moderation.

My experience is that as soon as people are old enough to know better, they don't know anything at all.

The birds did not understand a single word of what he was saying, but that made no matter, for they put their heads on one side, and looked wise, which is quite as good as understanding a thing, and very much easier.

As long as war is regarded as wicked, it will always have its fascination. When it is looked upon as vulgar, it will cease to be popular.

A publisher is simply a useful middle-man.