It seems to me that maybe pretty much always means no. So dont tell me, I might just let it go.
Life is futile unless it be directed towards a definite goal.
Those whom fate has dealt hard knocks remain vulnerable for ever afterwards.
Nothing that has ever been thought and said with a clear mind and pure ethical strength is totally in vain; even if it comes froma weak hand and is imperfectly formed, it inspires the ethical spirit to constantly renewed creation.
In this instant, shaken to her very depths, this ecstatic human being has a first inkling that the soul is made of stuff so mysteriously elastic that a single event can make it big enough to contain the infinite.
If you are going to sell yourself, you should at least get a good price.
One never gets to know a person's character better than by watching his behavior during decisive moments. . . . It is always only danger which forces the most deeply hidden strengths and abilities of a human being to come forth.
Men, do as I say and I will always lead you to victory.
A favor tardily bestowed is no favor; for a favor quickly granted is a more agreeable favor.
He was gazing at her, the way one did when one felt one was unobserved. He had that look on his face, the look he usually got only when he was playing the violin, as if he were completely caught up and entranced.
I like to shock people.