The melancholy science from which I make this offering to my friend relates to a region that from time immemorial was regarded as the true field of philosophy, but which, since the latter's conversion into method, has lapsed into intellectual neglect, sententious whimsy, and finally oblivion.

"Books are the ultimate Dumpees: put them down and they’ll wait for you forever; pay attention to them and they always love you back."

Innovation is not about inventing something entirely new, but about improving what already exists.

It is no use saying, 'We are doing our best.' You have got to succeed in doing what is necessary.

I love what I do, and when you love what you do, you don't have to work a day in your life.