24th November: Laurence Sterne

Author Laurence Sterne, who wrote The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, was born on this date in 1713.

1. In solitude the mind gains strength and learns to lean upon itself.
2. Only the brave know how to forgive. it is the most refined and generous pitch of virtue human nature can arrive at.
3. Sciences may be learned by rote, but wisdom not.
4. Men tire themselves in pursuit of rest.
5. I take a simple view of life. It is keep your eyes open and get on with it.
6. 'Tis known by the name of perseverance in a good cause, and of obstinacy in a bad one.
7. People who are always taking care of their health are like misers, who are hoarding a treasure which they have never spirit enough to enjoy.
8. Writing, when properly managed, (as you may be sure I think mine is) is but a different name for conversation.
9. What a large volume of adventures may be grasped within the span of his little life by him who interests his heart in everything.
10. Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners.