I have never in my life played the French Defence, which is the dullest of all openings. – Wilhelm Steinitz
When you have an advantage, you are obliged to attack; otherwise you are endangered to lose the advantage. – Wilhelm Steinitz
I do not believe a good player is capable of having an evil thought during the game. – Wilhelm Steinitz
Chess is so inspiring that I do not believe a good player is capable of having an evil thought during the game. – Wilhelm Steinitz
