The great artist is a slave to his ideals.

Women seldom forfeit their claims to respect to men whom they respect.

It is with charity as with money--the more we stand in need of it, the less we have to give away.

Formerly when great fortunes were only made in war, war was a business; but now, when great fortunes are only made by business, business is war.

The loveliest faces are to be seen by moonlight, when one sees half with the eye and half with the fancy.

Wine is a treacherous friend who you must always be on guard for.

Next to being witty, the best thing is being able to quote another's wit.