Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Tobelieve in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.

To sit alone in the lamp light with a book spread out before you-such is a pleasure beyond compare.

The ability to speak eloquently is not to be confused with having something tosay.

Negotiatingin the classic diplomatic sense assumes parties are more anxious to agreethan to disagree.

Boredom is a vital problem for the moralist, since atleast half the sins of mankind are caused by the fear of it.

Enthusiasm sees only the down payment.

The most imaginative people are the most credulous, for to them everything is possible.

Nosnowflake in an avalanche ever feels responsible.

If you wish to make a man your enemy, tell him simply, 'You are wrong.' Thismethod works every time.

Men are mortal, but ideas are immortal.

A hard job is one which leaves a fellow as tired before week-end as after.