Criticism of the Political Establishment
“Reader, suppose you were an idiot. And suppose you were a member of Congress. But I repeat myself” –Mark Twain,…
Category: Philosophy
Beautiful Things About a Good Bookroom
“In a good bookroom, you feel in some mysterious way that you are absorbing the wisdom contained in all the…
Ambition is an important part of achieving success
“Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make…
Education, received in schools and universities
“I have never let my schooling interfere with my education” –Mark Twain, American Writer The quote “I have never let…
The greatest humorists and satirists
“Classic – a book which people praise and don’t read” –Mark Twain, American Writer The quote “Classic – a book…
The importance of reading
“The man who does not read has no advantage over the man who cannot read” –Mark Twain, American Writer The…
Delay important tasks and responsibilities
“Never put off till tomorrow what may be done day after tomorrow just as well” –Mark Twain, American Writer The…
Whenever you find yourself
“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to reform (or pause and reflect)” –Mark…
Good friends, good books
“Good friends, good books, and a sleepy conscience: this is the ideal life” –Mark Twain, American Writter The quote “Good…
The importance of honesty
“If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything” —Mark Twain, American Writer The quote “If you tell…