Nature and books belong to the eyes that see them. It depends on the mood of the man, whether he shall see the sunset or the fine poem. There are always sunsets, and there is always genius; but only a few hours so serene that we can relish nature or criticism. The more or less depends on structure or temperament. Temperament is the iron wire on which the beads are strung. Of what use is fortune or talent to a cold and defective store?
Ralph Waldo EmersonBut wise men pierce this rotten diction and fasten words again to visible things; so that picturesque language is at once a commanding certificate that he who employs it, is a man in alliance with truth and God.
Ralph Waldo EmersonBut it is impossible that the creative power should exclude itself. Into every intelligence there is a door which is never closed,through which the creator passes.
Ralph Waldo EmersonWhat would be the use of immortality to a person who cannot use well a half an hour?
Ralph Waldo Emerson