H. G. Bohn Quotes | Beyond Motive

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H. G. Bohn was a British publisher known for his contributions to the world of literature through his publishing house, Bohn's Libraries. His publications included works from various genres and contributed to the dissemination of important literary works in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Bohn's efforts in publishing helped shape the literary landscape of his time.

"Every dog is a lion at home."

"Friends are like fiddle strings; they must not be screwed too tight."

Friendship, Friends

"Courage ought to have eyes as well as arms."

"He preacheth patience that never knew pain."

"Violence in the voice is often only the death rattle of reason in the throat."

Death, Reason, Violence, Voice

"Few there are that will endure a true friend."

Friendship, Friend, Will

"He that ceaseth to be a friend never was a good one."

Friendship, Friend

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