Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.

Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire isthat which he exercises over himself.

Bargainlike a gypsy, but pay like a gentleman.

There ward for always listening when you'd rather be talking is wisdom.

Between friends there is no need of Justice.

The weaknesses of many make leader possible.

The great advantage of a hotel is that it's a refuge from home life.

It is a good reader that makes a good book.

Peopledo not seem to talk for the sake of expressing their opinions, but tomaintain an opinion for the sake of talking.

Any general statement is like a cheque drawn on a bank. Its value depends on what is there to meet it.

A large ocean liner was headed across the Atlantic fromPortsmouth to New York. As it neared its destination at night, a lookout onthe wing of the bridge reported, ‘Light, bearing on the starboardbow.’‘Is it steady or moving astern?’ the captain called out

Win/winis an attitude, not an outcome.