Christian Nestell Bovee Quotes

Formerly when great fortunes were only made in war, war was a business; but now, when great fortunes are only made by business, business is war.

There is probably no hell for authors in the next world — they suffer so much from critics and publishers in this.

A book should be luminous but not voluminous.

The first step toward greatness is to be honest, says the proverb; but the proverb fails to state the case strong enough. Honesty is not only "the first step toward greatness," — it is greatness itself.

He has but one great fear that fears to do wrong.

Four sweet lips, two pure souls, and one undying affection,—these are love's pretty ingredients for a kiss.