A bookstore is one of the only pieces of evidence we have that people are still thinking.

A bookstore is one of the only pieces of evidence we have that people are still thinking.

Every one comes between men's souls and God, either as a brick wall or as a bridge. Either you are read more

Every one comes between men's souls and God, either as a brick wall or as a bridge. Either you are leading men to God or you are driving them away.

If the secret sorrows of everyone could be read on their forehead, how many who now cause envy would suddenly read more

If the secret sorrows of everyone could be read on their forehead, how many who now cause envy would suddenly become the objects of pity.

Half the work that is done in this world is to make things appear what they are not.

Half the work that is done in this world is to make things appear what they are not.

Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.

Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.

Intellectual brilliance is no guarantee against being dead wrong.

Intellectual brilliance is no guarantee against being dead wrong.

You'll come to learn a great deal if you study the Insignificant in depth.

You'll come to learn a great deal if you study the Insignificant in depth.

If wishes were horses, beggars would ride. - Nursery Rhymes of England, 1844.

If wishes were horses, beggars would ride. - Nursery Rhymes of England, 1844.

There is such a thing as moderation, even in telling the truth.

There is such a thing as moderation, even in telling the truth.