Edgar Watson Howe Quotes

What people say behind your back is your standing in the community.

A woman who can't forgive should never have more than a nodding acquaintance with a man

There is only one thing people like that is good for them; a good night's sleep

Abuse a man unjustly, and you will make friends for him.

Some men storm imaginary Alps all their lives, and die in the foothills cursing difficulties which do not exist.

Many people would be more truthful were it not for their uncontrollable desire to talk

Instead of loving your enemies, treat your friends a little better.

When a friend is in trouble, don't annoy him by asking if there is anything you can do. Think up something appropriate and do it.

The feeling of sleepiness when you are not in bed, and can't get there, is the meanest feeling in the world

When people hear good music, it makes them homesick for something they never had, and never will have.