169715 Quotes & Sayings

We are shallow because we have become enslaved by gross materialism, the glitter of gold and its equivalents, for which reason we think that only the material goods of this earth can satisfy us and we must therefore grab as much as can while we are able. — F. Sionil Jose

Yes," he said, "but we are on the ground here; this is our place; he comes breaking in; he must adapt himself to us; not we to him. — George R. Stewart

Mr Humphry Davy is a lively and talented man, and a thorough chemist ... — Joseph Banks

I have a spasm of envy for the person that was killed by a falling bookcase, as long as it doesn't happen prematurely. — Tom Stoppard

A brave man in a brave country. It was easy to be brave, when the country was also brave. But what happened if it wasn't? If it was corrupt, and grotesque, and greedy, and violent? — Louise Penny

The modern world did have a few advantages.
Nice threads. Juicy steaks. Little black dresses ... — Lola Dodge

Early in my career, having many visible tattoos created obstacles and presented quite a challenge to move forward. I've heard comments like, 'actors don't have tattoos.' The notion of typecasting was a reoccurring theme despite my passion toward creativity and personal expression. — Robert LaSardo