Fame is proof that people are gullible.

Fame is proof that people are gullible

The martyr cannot be dishonored. Every lash inflicted is a tongue of fame; every prison a more illustrious abode.

As long as all that is said is said against me, I feel a certain sublime assurance of success, but as soon as honied words of praise are spoken for me, I feel as one that lies unprotected before his enemies.

The three practical rules, then, which I have to offer, are, --/ Never read a book that is not a year old./ Never read any but the famed books./ Never read any but what you like.

If I know your sect, I anticipate your argument