Books remember all the things you cannot contain.

Fire is a speed reader, which is why the ignorant burn books: fire races through pages, takes care of all the knowledge, and never bores you with a summary.

Enough about my beauty, " Buttercup said. "Everybody always talks about how beautiful I am. I've got a mind, Westley. Talk about that.

I think it's better to not know certain things. It gives the world an extra bit of mystery, which is important to us as human beings.

We truly believe with hard work, dedication and perseverance, we can become the best at what we do. No one wants to become mediocre.

In a change of masters the poor change nothing except their master's name.

It's a safe banking system, a sound banking system. Our regulators are on top of it. This is a very manageable situation.

Oh, man, if in real life I was as cool and suave as Coach Taylor and had all the answers, things would be easier.

Women are most adorable when they are afraid; that's why they frighten so easily.

Of course I’ve gone mad with power! Have you ever tried going mad without power? It’s boring and no one listens to you! — Russ Cargill

If you're going to commit to that, you're going to have to find some way to make it bearable and enjoyable.

For the world slows and the stars falter, and all that remains is you.