Mary Therese McCarthy was an American author, critic and political activist.
People with bad consciences always fear the judgment of children. fear
You musn't force sex to do the work of love or love to do the work of sex. work
In politics, it seems, retreat is honorable if dictated by military considerations and shameful if even suggested for ethical reasons. politics
In science, all facts, no matter how trivial or banal, enjoy democratic equality. equality & science
The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 views from William Blake
32 views from William Blake
Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 quotes from Franz Grillparzer
6 quotes from Franz Grillparzer
For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 sayings from Storm Jameson
2 sayings from Storm Jameson
To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 quotes from Victor Hugo
73 quotes from Victor Hugo