"I have been through some terrible things in my life, some of which actually happened."

"Of the demonstrably wise there are but two: those who commit suicide, and those who keep their reasoning faculties atrophied with drink."

"I was educated once – it took me years to get over it."

"It is noble to teach oneself, but still nobler to teach others — and less trouble."

"Work is a necessary evil to be avoided."