Amos Bronson Alcott
Thought means life, since those who do not think so do not live in any high or real sense. Thinking makes the man.
Civilization degrades the many to exalt the few.
Devotees of grammatical studies have not been distinguished for any very remarkable felicities of expression.
That is a good book which is opened with expectation, and closed with delight and profit.
The true teacher defends his pupils against his own personal influence.
One must be a wise reader to quote wisely and well.
That is a good book which is opened with expectation and closed with profit.