Patriotism is the passion of fools and the most foolish of passions.

Wealth is like sea-water; the more we drink, the thirstier we become; and the same is true of fame.

Martyrdom is the only way a man can become famous without ability.

Sexual passion is the cause of war and the end of peace, the basis of what is serious... and consequently the concentration of all desire

...in the end every one stands alone, and the important thing is who it is that stands alone.

Because people have no thoughts to deal in, they deal cards, and try and win one another's money. Idiots!

Each day is a little life.