Delusive Quotes

Would it be possible that I should not in any degree succeed? I can scarcely think so. Ah delusive hope, how much further wilt thou lead me?

Many writers upon the science of political economy have declared that it is the duty of a nation first to encourage the creation of wealth; and second, to direct and control its distribution. All such theories are delusive.

O sweet, delusive Noon, Which the morning climbs to find, O moment sped too soon, And morning left behind.

It seems important to find ways of reminding ourselves that most "familiarity" is meditated and delusive.