Selected quotes

Thackeray William

1811 - 1863 (52)

Thackeray William
9 quotes
Quote 1

Never lose a chance of saying a kind word.

Quote 2

Life is a mirror: if you frown at it, it frowns back; if you smile, it returns the greeting.

Quote 3

To love and win is the best thing. To love and lose, the next best.

Quote 4

Good humor may be said to be one of the very best articles of dress one can wear in society.

Quote 5

Follow your honest convictions and be strong.

Quote 6

People hate as they love, unreasonably.

Quote 7

“I would rather make my name then inherit it. ”

Quote 8

Next to excellence is the appreciation of it.

Quote 9

Do not be in a hurry to succeed. What would you have to live for afterwards? Better make the horizon your goal; it will always be ahead of you.