William James Quote

History fades into fable; fact becomes clouded with doubt and controversy.

Mutability of temper and inconsistency with ourselves is the greatest weakness of human nature

A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament

A tart temper never mellows with age, and a sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use.

I seldom go into a natural history museum without feeling as if I were attending a funeral

Providence conceals itself in the details of human affairs, but becomes unveiled in the generalities of history