It is impossible to love and to be wise. - Francis Bacon

"For the things of this world cannot be made known without a knowledge of mathematics."

"God has, in fact, written two books, not just one. Of course, we are all familiar with the first book he wrote, namely Scripture. But he has written a second book called creation."

"Fashion is only the attempt to realize art in living forms and social intercourse."

"Some books should be tasted, some devoured, but only a few should be chewed and digested thoroughly."

"Friendship increases in visiting friends, but in visiting them seldom."