Source : "Mathematics, Magic and Mystery". Book by Martin Gardner (p. 9), 1956.
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“'Power' is an explosive word, particularly when applied to women.”
“People should either be caressed or crushed. If you do them minor damage they will get their revenge; but if you cripple them there is nothing they can do. If you need to injure someone, do it in such a way that you do not have to fear their vengeance.”
“I like solitude. I like the anomalous life. I like a quiet life.”
“Those who enjoy responsibility usually get it; those who merely like exercising authority usually lose it.”
“I gave in to life. I was not defeated but outplayed.”
“A prayer without faith is without accomplishment”
“Lay me on an anvil, O God. Beat me and hammer me into a steel spike.”
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