Charles Lamb Quotes & Sayings

“My motto is: Contented with little, yet wishing for more.”

“Man is a gaming animal. He must always be trying to get the better in something or other.”

“The beggar wears all colors fearing none.”

“Asparagus inspires gentle thoughts.”

“Here cometh April again, and as far as I can see the world hath more fools in it than ever.”

“The most common error made in matters of appearance is the belief that one should disdain the superficial and let the true beauty of one's soul shine through. If there are places on your body where this is a possibility, you are not attractive - you are leaking.”

“New Year's Day is every man's birthday.”

“I always arrive late at the office, but I make up for it by leaving early.”

“What is reading, but silent conversation.”

“My theory is to enjoy life, but the practice is against it.”