"Instead of being concerned that you have no office, be concerned to think how you may fit yourself f..." — Confucius

The book salesman should be honored because he brings to our attention, as a rule, the very books we need most and neglect most.

The superior man is distressed by the limitations of his ability; he is not distressed by the fact that men do not recognize the ability that he has.

He who acts with a constant view to his own advantage will be much murmured against.

Look not at what is contrary to propriety; listen not to what is contrary to propriety; speak not what is contrary to propriety; make no movement which is contrary to propriety.