To save the mind from preying inwardly upon itself, it must be encouraged to some outward pursuit. There is no other way to elude apathy, or escape discontent; none other to guard the temper from that quarrel with itself, which ultimately ends in quarreling with all mankind.
Fanny BurneyBut if the young are never tired of erring in conduct, neither are the older in erring of judgment.
Fanny BurneyWe continually say things to support an opinion, which we have given, that in reality we don't above half mean.
Fanny Burneyto be sure, marriage is all in all with the ladies; but with us gentlemen it's quite another thing!
Fanny Burney