uncommon quotes

A constitutional statesman is in general a man of common opinion and uncommon abilities.

-Walter Bagehot
Biographical Studies,'The Character of Sir Robert Peel'.

'But why should you want to shield him?'cried Egbert; 'the man is a common murderer.' 'A common murderer, possibly, but a very uncommon cook.'

-Saki pseudonym of  Hector Hugh Munro
  Beasts and Super-Beasts,'The Blind Spot'.