Some men never master anything other than the details of a job. Others master the main idea back of the job.

The wise man seeks little joys, knowing that life is long and that his quota of great joys is distinctly limited.

A peculiarity of capital is that it cannot be employed productively without benefiting the community in which it is used.

Laziness is the one common deficiency in mankind that blocks the establishment of a perfect world in which everyone leads a happy life.

Books open your mind, broaden your mind, and strengthen you as nothing else can.

Experience and enthusiasm are two fine business attributes seldom found in one individual.

Finishing a good book is like leaving a good friend.