Even knowledge has to be in the fashion, and where it is not, it is wise to affect ignorance.
Man is born a barbarian, and only raises himself above the beast by culture.
A brand new mediocrity is thought more of than accustomed excellence.
The best skill at cards is knowing when to discard.
A man of honour should never forget what he is because he sees what others are.
Courtesy is the politic witchery of great personages.