authenticity Quotes

There is nothing in which people more betray their character than in what they laugh at.

Where is the man who has the strength to be true, and to show himself as he is?

Nothing shows a man's character more than what he laughs at.

Certain defects are necessary for the existence of individuality.

Unlike grown ups, children have little need to deceive themselves.

If a man writes a book, let him set down only what he knows. I have guesses enough of my own.

The deed is everything, the glory is naught.

I can tell you, honest friend, what to believe: believe life; it teaches better that book or orator.

Men show their character in nothing more clearly than what they think laughable.

Deeply earnest and thoughtful people stand on shaky footing with the public.