Lydia M. Child

A reformer is one who sets forth cheerfully toward sure defeat.

The eye of genius has always a plaintive expression, and its natural language is pathos.

Belief in oneself is one of the most important bricks in building any successful venture.

Why do men fight who were born to be brothers?

Unavoidable circumstances prevent me from giving you ample written instructions. Such however as may be deemed necessary will be prepared and sent to you at the City of Washington in a very few days.

It's good to like yourself, and that only comes from hard work, from doing. But vanity is dangerous; it can trip you badly.