Maxioms by George Meredith
Much benevolence of the passive order may be traced to a disinclination to inflict pain upon oneself.
Much benevolence of the passive order may be traced to a disinclination to inflict pain upon oneself.
A witty woman is a treasure; a witty beauty is a power.
A witty woman is a treasure; a witty beauty is a power.
Who rises from prayer a better man, his prayer is answered.
Who rises from prayer a better man, his prayer is answered.
Not till the fire is dying in the grate, Look we for any kinship with the stars. Oh, wisdom never read more
Not till the fire is dying in the grate, Look we for any kinship with the stars. Oh, wisdom never comes when it is gold, And the great price we paid for it full worth: We have it only when we are half earth. Little avails that coinage to the old!
