Circumstances are the rulers of the weak; they are but the instruments of the wise.
About Samuel Lover
Samuel Lover (24 February 1797 – 6 July 1868), also known as “Ben Trovato” (“well invented”), was an Irish songwriter, composer and novelist, and a portrait painter, chiefly in miniatures. He was the grandfather of Victor Herbert.
More quotes from Samuel Lover
When once the itch of literature comes over a man, nothing can cure it but the scratching of a pen. But if you have not a pen, I suppose you must scratch any way you can.
Irish song-writer, novelist, and painter (1797-1868)
Said will be a little ahead, but done should follow at his heel.
Irish song-writer, novelist, and painter (1797-1868)
My advice to you concerning applause is this: enjoy it but never quite believe it.
Irish song-writer, novelist, and painter (1797-1868)
Reproof on her lip, but a smile in her eye.
Irish song-writer, novelist, and painter (1797-1868)
Circumstances are the rulers of the weak; they are but the instruments of the wise.
Irish song-writer, novelist, and painter (1797-1868)
Come live in my heart, and pay no rent.
Irish song-writer, novelist, and painter (1797-1868)