Closely Observed Trains

Famous quotes containing the words closely, observed and/or trains:

    There are people who pay attention to the weaknesses of their friends; that is to no avail. I have always closely watched and profited from the strengths of my adversaries.
    Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe (1749–1832)

    I have observed in foolish awe
    The dateless mid-days of the law
    And seen indifferent justice done
    By everyone on everyone.
    Edwin Muir (1887–1959)

    In this country, you never pull the emergency brake, even when there is an emergency. It is imperative that the trains run on schedule.
    Friedrich Dürrenmatt (1921–1990)