Hemingway’s quotes about war
Whatever you care to make of Hemingway’s quotes about war (he was prone to a little self-glorification) they were fully founded on …
Quotes from the Past
Benjamin Franklin on sacrificing freedom for security
“Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety” is a quote and motto attributed to …
Informed quotes by George Orwell on Poverty
To understand poverty, it causes and consequences, Orwell spent intermittent years of his life immersed with the impoverished, unemployed and down-and-outs of …
Will Rogers’ quotes on being a Democrat
Will Rogers most famous quote on being a Democrat also trivialised the party: “I belong to no organized party; I am a …
General George Patton’s quotes on leadership
During World War II, General George Patton was a controversial figure, as well-known for his inappropriate comments and conduct as he was …
Christopher Hitchens’ quotes on life and death
Most of us have heard anecdotes about public figures who had read their own premature obituaries. It happened to Mark Twain, Alfred …
“We’re born alone, we live alone, we die alone . . . “
“We’re born alone, we live alone, we die alone. Only through our love and friendship can we create the illusion for the …
Socrates was too honest to be a politician and live
The ‘Father of Modern Philosophy’, Socrates was tried and executed for his beliefs. “I was really too honest to be a politician …
Memorable Citizen Kane Quotes
Citizen Kane, regarded by many as the greatest movie ever made, was Orson Welles’ first motion picture. He co-wrote the original screenplay, …
Diogenes looking for a human being
Diogenes the Cynic, also known as Diogenes of Sinope, often resorted to theatrical devices to demonstrate a philosophical point. According to Diogenes …