If I were running the world I would have it rain only between 2 and 5 a.m. Anyone who was out then ought to get wet.

The happiest people in this world are those who have the most interesting thoughts

The happiest people in this world are those who have the most interesting thoughts.

Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good plays, good company, good conversation - what are they? They are the happiest people in the world.

A well-ordered life is like climbing a tower; the view halfway up is better than the view from the base, and it steadily becomes finer as the horizon expands.

The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him.