The Beduin of the desert, born and grown up in it, had embraced with all his sour this nakedness too harsh for volunteers, for the reason, felt but inarticulate, that there he found himself indubitably free.

Cling tight to your sense of humour. You will need it every day.

Nine-tenths of tactics are certain, and taught in books: but the irrational tenth is like the kingfisher flashing across the pool, and that is the test of generals.

He was old and wise, which meant tired and disappointed.

Dream your dreams with open eyes and make them come true.

The dreamers of the day are dangerous... for they may act their dream with open eyes, to make it possible.

Your success will be proportioned to the amount of mental effort you devote to it.