Mark Twain was an American writer, publisher and entrepreneur, probably best known for his popular novels The Adventures Of Tom Sawyer and Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn. As a wily and witty intellect, Twain left a rich legacy behind in the form of his writings that continue to be shared around the world. Here are 15 of the best inspiring quotes from this extraordinary man.

1. “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.”

2. “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”

3. “I’ve had a lot of worries in my life, most of which never happened.”

4. “Comparison is the death of joy.”

5. “Don’t wait. The time will never be just right.”

6. “Of all the things I’ve lost, I miss my mind the most.”

7. “Never argue with a fool, onlookers may not be able to tell the difference.”

8. “Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect.”

9. “If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.”

10. “The world owes you nothing. It was here first.”

11. “The man who does not read good books, has no advantage over the man who cannot read them.”

12. “The worst loneliness is not to be comfortable with yourself.”

13. “It is wiser to find out than to suppose.”

14. “Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.”

15. “To succeed in life you need two things: Ignorance and confidence.”

We hope you enjoyed our selection of quotes and are feeling more inspired. What is your favourite Quote by Mark Twain or anyone else? Let us know in the comments!