[T]he recognition of private property has really harmed Individualism, and obscured it, by confusing a man with what he possesses. It has led Individualism entirely astray. It has made gain, not growth its aim. So that man thought that the important thing is to have, and did not know that the important thing is to be.

Paradoxically though it may seem, it is none the less true that life imitates art far more than art imitates life.

It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.

I usually say what I really think. A great mistake nowadays. It makes one so liable to be misunderstood.

Her love was trembling in laughter on her lips.

Good resolutions are useless attempts to interfere with scientific laws.

God, bless me with luxury. Necessities I can do without.