Language is a living thing. We can feel it changing. Parts of it become old: they drop off and are forgotten. New pieces bud out, spread into leaves, and become big branches, proliferating. – Gilbert Highet
A teacher must believe in the value and interest of his subject as a doctor believes in health. – Gilbert Highet
What is politics but persuading the public to vote for this and support that and endure these for the promise of those? – Gilbert Highet
The real duty of man is not to extend his power or multiply his wealth beyond his needs, but to enrich and enjoy his imperishable possession: his soul. – Gilbert Highet
Many people have played themselves to death. Many people have eaten and drunk themselves to death. Nobody ever thought himself to death. – Gilbert Highet
