Unlimited power is worse for the average person than unlimited alcohol; and the resulting intoxication is more damaging for others. Very few have not deteriorated when given absolute dominion. It is worse for the governor than for the governed.

The kind of happiness that stays with you is the happiness that springs from inward thoughts and emotions.

A middle-aged cat will often play as unreservedly as a kitten, though he knows perfectly well it is only a game.

The principle of happiness should be like the principle of virtue: it should not be dependent of things, but be a part of personality [and character].

The fear of life is the favorite disease of the 20th century.

The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him.

A cat pours his body on the floor like water. It is restful just to see him.