True ease in writing comes from art, not chance, As those move easiest who have learned to dance.
Some old men, continually praise the time of their youth. In fact, you would almost think that there were no fools in their days, but unluckily they themselves are left as an example.
Luxurious lobster-nights, farewell, For sober, studious days!
Thou wert my guide, philosopher, and friend.
Sometimes virtue starves while vice is fed.
Whoever thinks a faultless piece to see, Thinks what ne'er was, nor is, nor e'er shall be.