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Mark Twain
Quotes by Mark Twain
Quotes by Mark Twain
“The only way to keep your health is to eat what you don't want, drink what you don't like, and do what you'd rather not.”
Mark Twain
“The reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated.”
Mark Twain
“The trouble ain't that there is too many fools, but that the lightning ain't distributed right.”
Mark Twain
“There are basically two types of people. People who accomplish things, and people who claim to have accomplished things. The first group is less crowded.”
Mark Twain
“There are lies, damned lies and statistics.”
Mark Twain
“There are times when one would like to hang the whole human race, and finish the farce.”
Mark Twain
“There is a charm about the forbidden that makes it unspeakably desirable.”
Mark Twain
“There is no distinctly American criminal class - except Congress.”
Mark Twain
“There is no sadder sight than a young pessimist.”
Mark Twain
“Thousands of geniuses live and die undiscovered - either by themselves or by others.”
Mark Twain
“To succeed in life, you need two things: ignorance and confidence.”
Mark Twain
“Truth is mighty and will prevail. There is nothing wrong with this, except that it ain't so.”
Mark Twain
“Truth is the most valuable thing we have. Let us economize it.”
Mark Twain
“Under certain circumstances, profanity provides a relief denied even to prayer.”
Mark Twain
“We are all alike, on the inside.”
Mark Twain
“We have the best government that money can buy.”
Mark Twain
“What is the difference between a taxidermist and a tax collector? The taxidermist takes only your skin.”
Mark Twain
“When angry, count to four; when very angry, swear.”
Mark Twain
“When in doubt tell the truth.”
Mark Twain
“When we remember we are all mad, the mysteries disappear and life stands explained.”
Mark Twain
“When you fish for love, bait with your heart, not your brain.”
Mark Twain
“When your friends begin to flatter you on how young you look, it's a sure sign you're getting old.”
Mark Twain
“Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”
Mark Twain
