Resist much, obey little
American poet, essayist, and journalist. A humanist, he was a part of the transition between transcendentalism and realism.
Trying to discover the faults of other people amounts to making no effort to deal with those in oneself.
In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision
Many quote knowledge, but few note it in mind
Vision without power does bring moral elevation but cannot give a lasting culture
Science knows no country because it is the light that illuminates the world
Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet
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