Once at a social gathering, Gladstone said to Disraeli, "I predict, Sir, that you will die either by hanging or of some vile disease". Disraeli replied, "That all depends, sir, upon whether I embrace your principles or your mistress."
One of the hardest things in this world is to admit you are wrong. And nothing is more helpful in resolving a situation than its frank admission.
One should conquer the world, not to enthrone a man, but an idea, for ideas exist forever.
Otto von Bismarck: The Germans have just bought a new country in Africa where Jews and pigs will be tolerated. Benjamin Disraeli: Fortunately, we are both here (in England).
Perseverance and tact are the two great qualities most valuable for all men who would mount, but especially for those who have to step out of the crowd
This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.
This website focuses on proverbs in the Swedish, Danish and Norwegian languages, and some parts including the links below have not been translated to English. They are mainly FAQs, various information and webpages for improving the collection.