Oblivion is the rule and fame the exception, of humanity.

Obtuseness is sometimes a virtue.

Extremes produce reaction. Beware that our boasted civilization does not lapse into barbarism.

The mischief of children is seldom actuated by malice; that of grown-up people always is.

The most civilized people are as near to barbarism as the most polished steel is to rust. Nations, like metals, have only a superficial brilliancy.

It is said that friendship between women is only a suspension of hostilities.

The subtle sauce of malice is often indulged in by maidens of uncertain age, over their tea.