“The five cells are silky-white within, and are filled with a mass of firm, cream-coloured pulp, containing about three seeds each. This pulp is the eatable part, and its consistence and flavour are...”

“In my solitude I have pondered much on the incomprehensible subjects of space, eternity, life and death.”

“In all works on Natural History, we constantly find details of the marvellous adaptation of animals to their food, their habits, and the localities in which they are found.”

“I am thankful I can see much to admire in all religions.”

“To expect the world to receive a new truth, or even an old truth, without challenging it, is to look for one of those miracles which do not occur.”

“Truth is born into this world only with pangs and tribulations, and every fresh truth is received unwillingly.”