Daniel Defoe

"History repeats itself because men repeat themselves."

"The immortality of the soul depends on its virtue."

"Modesty is the virtue of the wise."

"All trades are not suited to all men."

"The chains of slavery are forged by ignorance."

"Nature abhors a vacuum."

"A man who is afraid is not truly alive."

"The best wealth is conscience."

"Knowledge applied is wisdom achieved."

"Every moment lost is a moment gained by death."

"The pursuit of happiness is the engine of civilization."

"Strength lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall."

"The world is a great book, of which they that never leave their own country are ignorant of almost every page."

"Cunning is the craft of the weak."

"The greatest mistake is imagining the worst."

"Providence rewards the diligent."

"The human heart is a battlefield."

"Trust is the foundation of all relationships."

"The mind is its own place, and can create its own heaven or hell."

"Gratitude is the heart's memory."

"The only true failure is in ceasing to try."

"Wealth without wisdom is a curse."

"The greatest gift is the gift of time."

"Life is a series of choices, not chances."

"Integrity is the cornerstone of character."

"The world rewards those who act with purpose."

"Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the presence of justice."

"The greatest journey begins with a single step."

"Humor is wisdom's laughter."

"The human spirit is capable of overcoming any obstacle."