George Eliot on Anger
Anger and jealousy can no more bear to lose sight of their objects than love.
George Eliot on Pets
Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.
George Eliot on Art / Music
I think I should have no other mortal wants, if I could always have plenty of music. It seems to infuse strength into my limbs and ideas into my brain. Life seems to go on without effort, when I am filled with music.
George Eliot on Money
One must be poor to know the luxury of giving.