The usual derivation of the word Metaphysics is not to be sustainedthe science is supposed to take its name from its superiority to physics. The truth is, that Aristotle's treatise on Morals is next in succession to his Book of Physics.

Democracy is a very admirable form of government - for dogs

...If you do not take it up with you in some way, I shall be under the necessity of breaking your head with this shovel

And now have I not told you that what you mistake for madness is but overacuteness of the senses?

From a proud tower in the town, Death looks gigantically down.

Villains!' I shrieked. 'Dissemble no more! I admit the deed! Tear up the planks! Here, here! It is the beating of his hideous heart!

To die laughing must be the most glorious of all glorious deaths!