No author ever drew a character consistent to human nature, but he was forced to ascribe to it many inconsistencies.

One of the sublimest things in the world is plain truth.

The magic of the tongue is the most dangerous of all spells.

I would rather have five energetic and competent enemies than one fool friend.

We cannot of ourselves estimate the degree of our success in what we strive for.

Jewelry and profuse ornaments are unmistakable evidences of vulgarity.

Keep unscathed the good name; keep out of peril the honor without which even your battered old soldier who is hobbling into his grave on half-pay and a wooden leg would not change with Achilles.