From the Earth to the Moon Quotes

We all know with what rapidity the military instinct developed itself in this people of shipowners, merchants, and mechanics. (1.1)

The Yankees, the first mechanics of the world, are born engineers, as Italians are born musicians and Germans metaphysicians (1.3)

When an American has an idea he looks out for a second American to share it. If there are three of them they elect a chairman and two secretaries. (1.5)

It is but just to add that these Yankees, brave beyond a doubt, did not confine themselves to mere formulae, but risked their persons without hesitation. (1.13)

"Long years will pass ere the thunder of our cannons will be again heard on the field of battle. We must make up our minds to this, and seek elsewhere food for out all-devouring energies." (2.15)

"Nevertheless, Maston," replied Colonel Blomsberry, "there is still fighting in Europe to maintain the principle of nationalities." (1.24)

An observer gifted with an infinitely penetrating sight […] would have seen, at the chaotic period of the universe, myriads of atoms floating in space. (5.1)

One man, one only, in all the states of the Union, protested against the attempt of the Gun Club. (10.5)