Edgar Lee Masters

To put meaning in one's life may end in madness, But life without meaning is the torture Of restlessness and vague desire-It is a boat longing for the sea and yet afraid.

Immortality is not a gift, Immortality is an achievement; And only those who strive mightily Shall possess it.

How shall the soul of a man be larger than the life he has lived?

I tell you, in my opinion, the cornerstone of democracy is free press - that's the cornerstone.

The splendid empire of Charles the Fifth was erected upon the grave of liberty.

It is good to be in front of the lens to appreciate more being behind the lens.