I have begun several times many things, and I have often succeeded at last.

No conjunction can possibly occur, however fearful, however tremendous it may appear, from which a man by his own energy may not extricate himself, as a mariner by the rattling of his cannon can dissipate the impending waterspout.

Something unpleasant is coming when men are anxious to tell the truth.

When I want to read a novel, I write one.

I believe that, without party, Parliamentary government is impossible.

Next to knowing when to seize an opportunity, the most important thing in life is to know when to forego an advantage.

Beauty and health are the chief sources of happiness.