True felicity consists of its own consciousness.
Familiarity is the root of the closest friendships, as well as the interests hatreds.
In general, indulgence for those we know is rarer than pity for those we know not.
The world is governed by love,--self-love.
Poverty treads close upon the heels of great and unexpected wealth.
Generally speaking, there is more wit than talent in the world. Society swarms with witty people who lack talent.