Society is divided into two classes: the shearers and the shorn. We should always be with the former against the latter.

What I have been taught, I have forgotten; what I know, I have guessed.

A clever woman often compromises her husband; a stupid woman only compromises herself.

I found there a country with thirty-two religions and only one sauce.

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.

A married man with a family will do anything for money.

The rich man despises those who flatter him too much, and hates those who do not flatter him at all.