There is no desert like being friendless.
Many get the repute of being witty but thereby lose the credit of being sensible. Jest has its little hour, seriousness should have all the rest.
A brand new mediocrity is thought more of than accustomed excellence.
Mix a little mystery with everything, for mystery arouses veneration.
Words are feminine; deeds are masculine.
All victories breed, and that over your superior is foolish or fatal.