Man Errs As Long As He Strives.

Against Criticism A Man Can Neither Protest Nor Defend Himself; He Must Act In Spite Of It, And Then It Will Gradually Yield To Him.

If A Man Knows Where To Get Good Advice, It Is As Though He Could Supply It Himself.

A Man's Shortcomings Are Taken From His Epoch; His Virtues And Greatness Belong To Himself.

The Hero Draws Inspiration From The Virtue Of His Ancestors.

Every Reader, If He Has A Strong Mind, Reads Himself Into The Book, And Amalgamates His Thoughts With Those Of The Author.