There are two things to aim at in life: first, to get what you want, and after that to enjoy it. Only the wisest of mankind achieve the second.

More Quotes by Logan Pearsall Smith

The vitality of a new movement in Art must be gauged by the fury it arouses.

People say that life is the thing, but I prefer reading.

We need two kinds of acquaintances, one to complain to, while to the others we boast.

If you want to be thought a liar, always tell the truth.

It takes a great man to give sound advice tactfully, but a greater to accept it graciously.

It is through the cracks in our brains that ecstasy creeps in.