Im proof against that word failure. Ive seen behind it. The only failure a man ought to fear is failure of cleaving to the purpose he sees to be best. – George Eliot
Anger and jealousy can no more bear to lose sight of their objects than love. – George Eliot
We must not inquire too curiously into motives… They are apt to become feeble in the utterance: the aroma is mixed with the grosser air. We must keep the germinating grain away from the light. – George Eliot
No soul is desolate as long as there is a human being for whom it can feel trust and reverence. – George Eliot