There is even the dignity of vice.

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.

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

It is a notable circumstance that mothers who are themselves open to severe comments as to their, moral character, are generally most solicitous as to the virtuous behavior of their daughters.

Mutability is written upon all things.

Rumor, once started, rushes on like a river, until it mingles with, and is lost in the sea.

The world is governed by love,--self-love.