Power, however it has evolved, whatever its origins, willnot be given up without a struggle.

Optimists and pessimists have one fault in common: they are afraid of the truth.

Hear me,my chiefs! I am tired. My heart is sick and sad. From where the sun nowstands, I will fight no more forever.

As we grow old...the beauty steals inwards.

It isdifficult to negotiate where neither will trust.

By being pleasant always and smiling, it takes you nearer to God; Nearer than any prayer.

Ability is poor men's wealth

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognises genius.

Half of the harm that is done in this world is due to people who want to feel important

Ignoring is not the same thing as being tolerant

Inspiration is apt to come only while one is working, waited for, it usually keeps waiting.