They say the test of [literary power] is whether a man can write an inscription. I say, "Can he name a kitten?" And by this test I am condemned, for I cannot.
Samuel ButlerIn practice it is seldom very hard to do one's duty when one knows what it is, but it is sometimes extremely difficult to find this out.
Samuel ButlerJustice is my being allowed to do whatever I like. Injustice is whatever prevents my doing so.
Samuel Butler