Hope is the struggle of the soul, breaking loose from what is perishable, and attesting her eternity. – Herman Melville
He says NO! in thunder; but the Devil himself cannot make him say yes. – Herman Melville

Hope is the struggle of the soul, breaking loose from what is perishable, and attesting her eternity. – Herman Melville
He says NO! in thunder; but the Devil himself cannot make him say yes. – Herman Melville
At sea a fellow comes out. Salt water is like wine, in that respect. – Herman Melville
Truth uncompromisingly told will always have its ragged edges. – Herman Melville