The secret of drunkenness is, that it insulates us in thought, whilst it unites us in feeling.
Most of the great results of history are brought about by discreditable means.
Self-trust is the first secret of success.
Whatever you do, you need courage.
The vulgar call good fortune that which really is produced by the calculations of genius.
Life is unnecessarily long. Moments of insight, of fine personal relation, a smile, a glance,--what ample borrowers of eternity they are!