What did L. Sprague de Camp mean by: It does not pay a prophet to be too specific. L. Sprague de Camp Author · USA Copy
The machinations of ambiguity are among the very roots of poetry. William Empson Poet and literary critic · England
Sir, that much prudence calls for too much worry; I cannot foresee misfortunes so far away. Jean Racine Playwright · France
Many men, seemingly impelled by fortune, hasten forward to meet misfortune half way. Read explanation Jean-Jacques Rousseau Philosopher · Switzerland