Reading is like permitting a man to talk a long time, and refusing you the right to answer.

If a man has money, it is usually a sign, too, that he knows how to take care of it; don't imagine his money is easy to get simply because he has plenty of it.

As soon as the people fix one Shame of the World, another turns up.

People never have confidence in a Big Talker. They know his statements must be cut down, but they can never tell how much.

No man would listen to you talk if he didn't know it was his turn next.

Reading is like permitting a man to talk a long time, and refusing you the right to answer.

To be an ideal guest, stay at home.