He was fond of books, for they are cool and sure friends

And then, strange to say, the first symptom of true love in a young man is timidity; in a girl, it is boldness.

Joy's smile is much closer to tears than laughter.

Death belongs to God alone; by what right do men touch that unknown thing?

Idleness is a mother. She has a son, robbery, and a daughter, hunger.

Seeing so much poverty everywhere makes me think that God is not rich. He gives the appearance of it, but I suspect some financial difficulties.

You have enemies? Why, it is the story of every man who has done a great deed or created a new idea. It is the cloud which thunders around everything that shines. Fame must have enemies, as light must have gnats. Do no bother yourself about it; disdain. Keep your mind serene as you keep your life clear.