There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it. Author: Oscar Wilde Copy Quote More from Oscar Wilde “I don't think there is a woman in the world who would not be a little flattered…” “Dear little Swallow,’ said the Prince, ‘you tell me of marvelous things, but mo…” “But the bravest man amongst us is afraid of himself. The mutilation of the sava…” “It is only the sacred things that are worth touching”