In science, read, by preference, the newest works in literature, the oldest. The classic literature is always modern. Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton on science
Power is so characteristically calm, that calmness in itself has the aspect of strength. Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton on strength
The best teacher is the one who suggests rather than dogmatizes, and inspires his listener with the wish to teach himself. Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton on teacher
There is nothing so agonizing to the fine skin of vanity as the application of a rough truth. Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton on truth
Truth makes on the ocean of nature no one track of light every eye, looking on, finds its own. Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton on truth
Enthusiasm is the genius of sincerity and truth accomplishes no victories without it. Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton on truth