No theory is good unless it permits not rest but the greatest work. No theory is good except on condition that one use it to go on beyond.

No theory is good unless it permits not rest but the greatest work. No theory is good except on condition that one use it to go on beyond.

To read a writer is for me not merely to get an idea of what he says but to go off with him and travel in his company.

To read a writer is for me not merely to get an idea of what he says but to go off with him and travel in his company.

Great authors are admirable in this respect: in every generation they make for disagreement. Through them we become aware of our differences.

Great authors are admirable in this respect: in every generation they make for disagreement. Through them we become aware of our differences.

It is easier to lead men to combat stirring up their passion than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace.

It is easier to lead men to combat stirring up their passion than to restrain them and direct them toward the patient labors of peace.