Famous quotes

Collection of the best phrases and famous quotes from the most prominent authors.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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Always act with accuracy. This will reassure some people and amaze the rest.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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Nothing needs a reform as much as other people's customs.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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First, know the facts, and then distort them as much as you like.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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There are very good protections against temptation, but the safest one is cowardice.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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Let's consider that we are all crazy, that would explain how we are and solve many mysteries.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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Good manners consist of hiding the good things we think about ourselves and the bad things we think about others.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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If it's a miracle, any testimony is sufficient, but if it's a fact, it needs to be proven.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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Fame is vapor; popularity, an accident; the only earthly certainty is forgetfulness.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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All you need in this life is ignorance and self-confidence, then you will have guaranteed success.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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Stay away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too, can be great.

Mark Twain

Mark Twain

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There is nothing sadder than a young pessimist, except an old optimist.