Thursday, July 5, 2012

Mankind is Governed by Names

"Augustus was sensible that mankind is governed by names; nor was he deceived in his expectation, that the senate and people would submit to slavery, provided they were respectfully assured that they still enjoyed their ancient freedom." Chapter 3

Truth

"Nature has shown over and over again that the kinds of truth which underlie nature transcend the most powerful minds."

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Twain on Introductions

"I never had but one introduction that seemed to me just the thing, and the gentleman was not acquainted with me and there was no nonsense. 'Ladies and gentlemen, I shall waste no time in this introduction. I know of only two facts about this man; first, he has never been in state prison; and second, I can't imagine why.'"

Luxury

Luxury is easier to rent than maintain.