“ Jealousy is beautiful only on a young and ardent face. After the first wrinkles, trust must return. Alfred Capus Journalist
“ Envy has the ugliness of a trapped rat that has gnawed its own foot in its effort to escape. Angus Wilson Novelist
“ These golden matters Of Gyges and his treasuries Are no concern of mine. Jealousy has no power over me, Nor do I envy a god his work, And I do not burn to rule. Such things have no Fascination for my eyes. Archilochus Poet
“ Although our "gentle air" cannot improve the way hate and envy look, it does seem not to encourage firmness and decision. All is compromise; caution and refinement are everywhere. Everything has to "make a good impression" - whether or not it is any good: the impression is the main thing. Arnold Schoenberg Composer
“ I envy people who write easily. I enjoy the process, but it's not easeful for me. Charles Krauthammer Columnist