The existence of a legal system presupposes the existence of a rule of recognition.

一下子考中金榜题名，但没有十年的努力不可能官至宰相。

The profession of book writing makes horse racing seem like a solid, stable business.

The only way to deal with the future is to function efficiently in the present.

奥运会上最重要的不是胜利，而是参与；人生中最重要的不是征服，而是奋力拼搏。

History isn't what happened. History is just what historians tell us.

In oil and gas, efficiency and responsibility must go hand in hand.

If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes – then learn how to do it later!