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.

May 3, 2025

10 months ago

You don’t mind dying for Queen and country, but you certainly don’t want to die for politicians.

June 4, 2025

9 months ago

The vice-presidency isn’t worth a pitcher of warm piss.

December 6, 2025

3 months ago

Everyone is always in favour of general economy and particular expenditure.

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