There is not a piece of science, but its flank may be turned tomorrow.

A wise writer will feel that the ends of study and composition are best answered by announcing undiscovered regions of thought, and so communicating, through hope, new activity to the torpid spirit.

The god or hero of the sculptor is always represented in a transition from that which is representable to the senses, to that which is not.

All natural objects make a kindred impression, when the mind is open to their influence.

All the thoughts of a turtle are turtle

Enthusiasm is one of the most powerful engines of success. When you do a thing, do it with all your might.

The shows of the day, the dewy morning, the rainbow, mountains, orchards in blossom, stars, moonlight, shadows in still water, andthe like, if too eagerly hunted, become shows merely, and mock us with their unreality.