W. Somerset Maugham ( 10 of 30 )
It is not true that suffering ennobles the character; happiness does that sometimes, but suffering for the most part, makes read more
It is not true that suffering ennobles the character; happiness does that sometimes, but suffering for the most part, makes men petty and vindictive.
Tolerance is another word for indifference.
Tolerance is another word for indifference.
Wives are people who feel they don't dance enough.
Wives are people who feel they don't dance enough.
Tradition is a guide and not a jailer.
Tradition is a guide and not a jailer.
Few misfortunes can befall a boy which bring worse consequences than to have a really affectionate mother.
Few misfortunes can befall a boy which bring worse consequences than to have a really affectionate mother.
Only a mediocre person is always at his best.
Only a mediocre person is always at his best.
For the love of God, folks, don't do this at home.
For the love of God, folks, don't do this at home.
With the fearful strain that is on me night and day, if I did not laugh I should die.
With the fearful strain that is on me night and day, if I did not laugh I should die.
Sentimentality is the only sentiment that rubs you the wrong way.
Sentimentality is the only sentiment that rubs you the wrong way.
Imagination grows by exercise, and contrary to common belief, is more powerful in the mature than in the young.
Imagination grows by exercise, and contrary to common belief, is more powerful in the mature than in the young.
