The French are wiser than they seem, and the Spaniards seem wiser than they are.

Discretion of speech is more than eloquence, and to speak agreeably to him with whom we deal is more than to speak in good words, or in good order.

Libraries are as the shrine where all the relics of the ancient saints, full of true virtue, and that without delusion or imposture, are preserved and reposed.

There ought to be gardens for all months in the year, in which, severally, things of beauty may be then in season.

Why should a man be in love with his fetters, though of gold?

Who ever is out of patience is out of possession of their soul.

Studies serve for delight, for ornaments, and for ability.