In a novel, the author gives the leading character intelligence and distinction. Fate goes to less trouble: mediocrities play a part in great events simply from happening to be there.

Espresso is to Italy, what champagne is to France.

The art of statesmanship is to foresee the inevitable and to expedite its occurrence.

Love is a reality which is born in the fairy region of romance.

Nothing succeeds so well as success.

Without freedom of the press, there can be no representative government.

Speech has been given to man to disguise his thoughts.