Introduction

Each of these quotes is interesting in its own right; however, I will try to provide enough of a reference for you to look up the context. Some are compelling, some humorous, some moving, some ridiculous, some persuasive, and some intellectual. "They are not half so good as many others I have known," as George MacDonald said, "but what comes nearest to our needs we like the best." (Phantastes, p 262) However, I won't try to describe why each one struck me, unless you insist. People have different emotions and temperaments, and it's not necessary to feel a particular way about them.