Master books, but do not let them master you.

The bold sympathize with the bold; and in great hearts, there is always a certain friendship for a gallant foe.

The mind profits by the wrecks of every passion.

To dispense with ceremony is the most delicate mode of conferring a compliment.

We tell our triumphs to the crowds, but our own hearts are the sole confidants of our sorrows.

The frenzy of nations is the statesmanship of fate.

Patience is a good palfrey, and will carry us a long day.