"The tragedy of life is what dies inside a man while he lives."

"The greatest thing is to live your life as if it were a work of art."

"The thinking man must oppose all cruel customs, no matter how deeply rooted in tradition and surrounded by a halo. When we have a choice, we must avoid bringing suffering upon other creatures, so far …"

"Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing."

"We are all in the same boat, in a stormy sea, and we owe each other a terrible loyalty."