An important art of politicians is to find new names for institutions which under old names have become odious to the public.

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

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.

Nothing succeeds so well as success.

Wherever there's trouble, look for a priest.

Too much sensibility creates unhappiness and too much insensibility creates crime.

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