Dandies, when first-rate, are generally very agreeable men.

In science, address the few, in literature the many. In science, the few must dictate opinion to the many; in literature, the many, sooner or later, force their judgement on the few.

A pipe is the fountain of contemplation, the source of pleasure, the companion of the wise; and the man who smokes, thinks like a philosopher and acts like a Samaritan.

We must remember how apt man is to extremes--rushing from credulity and weakness to suspicion and distrust.

A reform is a correction of abuses; a revolution is a transfer of power.

Strive, while improving your one talent, to enrich your whole capital as a man. It is in this way that you escape from the wretched narrow-mindedness which is the characteristic of every one who cultivates his specialty alone.

The veil which covers the face of futurity is woven by the hand of mercy.