Intrepidity is an extraordinary strength of soul, which raises it above the troubles, disorders and emotions which the sight of great perils can arouse in it; by this strength heroes maintain a calm aspect and preserve their reason and liberty in the most surprising and terrible accidents.

Some beautiful things are more dazzling when they are still imperfect than when they have been too perfectly crafted.

We come altogether fresh and raw into the several stages of life, and often find ourselves without experience, despite our years.

What makes us so bitter against people who outwit us is that they think themselves cleverer than we are.

The trust that we put in ourselves makes us feel trust in others.

The more one loves a mistress, the more one is ready to hate her.

Avarice is more opposite to economy than liberality.