I never deny. I never contradict. I sometimes forget.

Coalitions though successful have always found this, that their triumph has been brief.

When a man is going to try and borrow money, it is wise to look prosperous

"As for that," said Waldenshare, "sensible men are all of the same religion." "Pray, what is that?" inquired the Prince. "Sensible men never tell."

The characteristic of the present age is craving credulity.

That youthful fervor, which is sometimes called enthusiasm, but which is a heat of imagination subsequently discovered to be inconsistent with the experience of actual life.

There are some silent people who are more interesting than the best talkers.