She was as one who, in madness, was resolute to throw herself from a precipice, but to whom some remnant of sanity remained which forced her to seek those who would save her from herself.

I believe journalism is coming to be regarded as quite a respectable occupation for gentlemen nowadays.

I have no ambition to surprise my reader. Castles with unknown passages are not compatible with my homely muse.

There is no road to wealth so easy and respectable as that of matrimony.

High rank and soft manners may not always belong to a true heart.

Men who can succeed in deceiving no one else, will succeed at last in deceiving themselves.

That I can read and be happy while I am reading, is a great blessing.