Maxioms by Samuel Johnson
When desperate ills demand a speedy cure,
Distrust is cowardice, and prudence folly.
When desperate ills demand a speedy cure,
Distrust is cowardice, and prudence folly.
When making your choice in life, do not neglect to live.
When making your choice in life, do not neglect to live.
Moderation is commonly firm, and firmness is commonly successful
Moderation is commonly firm, and firmness is commonly successful
Merit is much more cheaply acknowledged than rewarded
Merit is much more cheaply acknowledged than rewarded
Pride is seldom delicate; it will please itself with very mean advantages.
Pride is seldom delicate; it will please itself with very mean advantages.
