The Wealth of Nations may not be an original book, but it is unquestionably a masterpiece.
This element of surprise or mystery the detective element as it is sometimes rather emptily called is of great importance in a plot.
Only connect the prose and the passion, and both will be exalted, and human love will be seen at its highest. Live in fragments no longer
History develops, art stands still.
Love and understand the Italians, for the people are more marvellous than the land.
When I think of what life is, and how seldom love is answered by love; it is one of the moments for which the world was made.
To make us feel small in the right way is a function of art; men can only make us feel small in the wrong way.
I think if you come from a history of persecution you have to develop a sense of humour.
There's no such thing as a self-made man. I've had much help and have found that if you are willing to work, many people are willing to help you.
When you become very ill - raise your head. You will definitely see the sunlight.
An appeal to a goodness which is not in him is, to a vain and sensitive soul, a stinging insult.