What seems to us as bitter trials are often blessings in disguise for which we are later, in the fullness of time and understanding, very grateful for!

It is through art, and through art only, that we can realise our perfection.

The terror of society, which is the basis of morals, the terror of God, which is the secret of religion-these are the two things that govern us.

I walk the world in wonder.

I never forget a face, but in your case I'll make an exception.

His morality is all sympathy, just what morality should be

I quite agree with Dr. Nordau's assertion that all men of genius are insane, but Dr. Nordau forgets that all sane people are idiots.