He who cannot shine by thought, seeks to bring himself into notice by a witticism.
Opinion has caused more trouble on this little earth than plagues or earthquakes.
Originality is nothing but judicious imitation. The most original writers borrowed one from another.
The true character of liberty is independence, maintained by force.
The human brain is a complex organ with the wonderful power of enabling man to find reasons for continuing to believe whatever it is that he wants to believe.
It is with books as with men: a very small number play a great part.