Quotes Library

April 27, 2025

A decent provision for the poor, is the true test of civilization.

Samuel Johnson (1709-1784), English poet, critic, lexicographer, in James Boswell, Life of Samuel Johnson (1791) 1770, Jay p.197

Do the poor inspire compassion, or are they just annoying? Shiftless scammers?

Johnson puts it well, and simply so.

June 29, 2025

1 year ago

All charming people have something to conceal, usually their total dependence on the appreciation of others.

January 11, 2025

2 years ago

A majority is always the best repartee. Benjamin Disraeli (1804–1881), British prime minister and novelist, Tancred (1847),

January 17, 2025

2 years ago

One final tip to rebels: always have a second profession in reserve.

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