Samuel Johnson

But here more slow, where all are slaves to gold,
Where looks are merchandise, and smiles are sold.

But here more slow, where all are slaves to gold,
Where looks are merchandise, and smiles are sold.

He that is already corrupt is naturally suspicious, and he that becomes suspicious will quickly become corrupt.

He that is already corrupt is naturally suspicious, and he that becomes suspicious will quickly become corrupt.

Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not.

Kindness is in our power, even when fondness is not.

Excellence in any department can be attained only by the labor of a lifetime; it is not to be purchased read more

Excellence in any department can be attained only by the labor of a lifetime; it is not to be purchased at a lesser price.

Get together a hundred or two men, however sensible they may be, and you are very likely to have a read more

Get together a hundred or two men, however sensible they may be, and you are very likely to have a mob.