Historic Quotes

Thought provoking, weekly inspiration in your email

Smart, witty, happy, angry, sad, wise, philosophical writers and thinkers have for centuries been sharing their thoughts on all aspects of human existence. Each week, memorable quotes from these individuals – individuals who often have interested, amused, saddened or otherwise inspired Bruce’s own work – will be emailed directly to you.

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Quote of the Week

“The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved — loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves.” – Victor Hugo 

 

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Quote of the Week

“The mind of a bigot is to the pupil of the eye; the more light you pour on it, the more it contracts.” -Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

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Quote of the Week

“A conservative is a statesman who is enamored with existing evils. As distinguished from a liberal who wishes to replace them with other evils.” – Ambrose Bierce

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Quote of the Week

“You can’t change your mind, you know, and say this isn’t working out.  Let’s sell.” – Fran Lebowitz on parenthood

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Quote of the Week

“There are two types of people in this world, good and bad. The good sleep better, but the bad seem to enjoy the waking hours much more.” – Woody Allen 

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