We must go back to teach Europeans to love Europe.
It is a great pity but tis certain from every day's observation of man, that he may be set on fire like a candle, at either end provided there is a sufficient wick standing out.
I take a simple view of life. It is keep your eyes open and get on with it.
Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners.
What a large volume of adventures may be grasped within this little span of life by him who interests his heart in every thing, and who, having eyes to see, what time and chance are perpetually holding out to him as he journeyeth on his way, misses nothing he can fairly lay his hands on.
Men tire themselves in pursuit of rest.
Only the brave know how to forgive. . . a coward never forgave; it is not in his nature.
All women are rebels.
Consular cards are easily obtained with no proof of true identity and are easily forged.
For less than the cost of a Big Mac, fries and a Coke, you can buy a loaf of fresh bread and some good cheese or roast beef, which you will enjoy much more.
[The captain] looked at Florentino Ariza, his invincible power, his intrepid love and was overwhelmed by the belated suspicion that it is life, more than death, that has no limits.