There never were in the world two opinions alike, no more than two hairs or two grains; the most universal quality is diversity. Essays
“Outside of these, he should listen to no one, pursue the thing resolved on, and be steadfast in his resolutions. He who does otherwise is either overthrown by flatterers, or is so often changed by varying opinions that he falls into contempt.” The Prince
Want and boredom are indeed the twin poles of human life. On the Suffering of the World
Men are still men. The despot's wickedness, Comes of ill teaching, and of power's excess-- Comes of the purple he from childhood wears, Slaves would be tyrants if the chance were theirs. The Vanished City
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