Quotes by William Lyon Phelps

Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good plays, good company, good conversation - what are they? They are the happiest people in the world.

One of the secrets of life is to keep our intellectual curiosity acute.

The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him.

Nature makes boys and girls lovely to look upon so they can be tolerated until they acquire some sense.

If at first you don't succeed, find out if the loser gets anything.