Knowledge conquered by labor becomes a possession – a property entirely our own. – Samuel Smiles
Wisdom and understanding can only become the possession of individual men by travelling the old road of observation, attention, perseverance, and industry. – Samuel Smiles
If we opened our minds to enjoyment, we might find tranquil pleasures spread about us on every side. We might live with the angels that visit us on every sunbeam, and sit with the fairies who wait on every flower. – Samuel Smiles
Labor is still, and ever will be, the inevitable price set upon everything which is valuable. – Samuel Smiles