There is no desert like being friendless.

A prudent man will think more important what fate has conceded to him, than what it has denied.

Nature scarcely ever gives us the very best; for that we must have recourse to art.

Leave your luck while still winning.

Admiration is the basis of ignorance.

Some are satisfied to stand politely before the portals of Fortune and to await her bidding; better those who push forward, who employ their enterprise, who on the wings of their worth and valor seek to embrace luck, and to effectively gain her favor.

Maturity of mind is best shown in slow belief.