1810-1889, British Author, Poet, Inventor
A good book is the best of friends, the same today and for ever.
Martin Tupper – [Books and Reading]
Anger is a noble infirmity; the generous failing of the just; the one degree that riseth above zeal, asserting the prerogative of virtue.
Martin Tupper – [Anger]
Memory is not wisdom; idiots can by rote repeat volumes. Yet what is wisdom without memory?
Martin Tupper – [Memory]
Pain adds rest unto pleasure, and teaches the luxury of health.
Martin Tupper – [Pain]
Prayer is the slender nerve that moves the muscle of omnipotence.
Martin Tupper – [Prayer]
Ridicule is a weak weapon when pointed at a strong mind; but common people are cowards and dread an empty laugh.
Martin Tupper – [Ridicule]