The compromisewill always be more expensive than either of the suggestions it iscompromising.

Whenever I hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried onhim personally.

A man without a smiling face must not open a shop.

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges

It'swhen you're safe at home that you wish you were having an adventure. When you'rehaving an adventure you wish you were safe at home.

A danger forseen is half avoided.

Distancedoesn't matter. It is only the first step that is difficult.

Don'tconsider your reputation and you may do anything you like.

A quiettongue shows a wise head.

Sometimesyou have to be silent to be heard.

The merit belongs to begineer; should his successor do even more better.

The larger the island of knowledge, the longer the shoreline of wonder.