If a man's character is to be abused there's nobody like a relative to do the business.
Alexander PopeMany men have been capable of doing a wise thing, more a cunning thing, but very few a generous thing.
Alexander PopeAmbition first sprung from your blest abodes: the glorious fault of angels and of gods.
Alexander PopePlays round the head, but comes not to the heart. One self-approving hour whole years outweighs Of stupid starers and of loud huzzas; And more true joy Marcellus exil'd feels Than Cรฆsar with a senate at his heels. In parts superior what advantage lies? Tell (for you can) what is it to be wise? 'T is but to know how little can be known; To see all others' faults, and feel our own.
Alexander Pope