Let us replace sentimentalism by realism and dare to uncover those simple and terrible laws which, be they seen or unseen, pervade and govern.

We must not inquire too curiously into the absolute value of literature. Enough that it amuses and exercises us. At least it leaves us where we were. It names things, but does not add things.

It is a capital blunder; as you discover, when another man recites his charities.

Character teaches above our wills.

People disparage knowing and the intellectual life, and urge doing. I am content with knowing, if only I could know.

Do your work, but do your thing.

What you are shouts at me so loudly that I can't hear a word you say.