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

Black as the devil, hot as hell, pure as an angel, sweet as love.

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

The reputation of a man is like his shadow, gigantic when it precedes him, and pigmy in its proportions when it follows.

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.

The art of putting the right men in the right places is first in the science of government; but that of finding places for the discontented is the most difficult.

Wherever there's trouble, look for a priest.