“If one were to build the house of happiness, the largest space would be the waiting room.”

“In the most complete friendship there is always a little empty space, like the space in an egg.”

“if I were to begin my life again, I should want it as it was. I would only open my eyes a little more.”

“If money does not make you happy, give it back”

“When I think of all the books still left for me to read, I am certain of further happiness.”

“I don't know if God exists, but it would be better for His reputation if He didn't.”

“There are places and moments in which one is so completely alone that one sees the world entire.”