184 Quotes by Amos Bronson Alcott

Every sin provokes its punishment.

Labor humanizes, exalts.

Ideas in the head set hands about their several tasks.

Right is the royal ruler alone; and he who rules with least restraint comes nearest to empire.

Friends are the leaders of the bosom, being more ourselves than we are, and we complement our affections in theirs.

Fullness is always quiet; agitation will answer for empty vessels only.

The wisest and best are repulsive, if they are characterized by repulsive manners. Politeness is an easy virtue, costs little, and has great purchasing power.

One must espouse some pursuit, taking it kindly at heart and with enthusiasm.

I consider it the best part of an education to have been born and brought up in the country.