Man is made for error; it enters his mind naturally, and he discovers a few truths only with the greatest effort.

Our work is to present things that are as they are.

It is impossible to imitate Voltaire without being Voltaire.

It is disgusting to notice the increase in the quantity of coffee used by my subjects, and the amount of money that goes out of the country as a consequence. Everybody is using coffee; this must be prevented. His Majesty was brought up on beer, and so were both his ancestors and officers. Many battles have been fought and won by soldiers nourished on beer, and the King does not believe that coffee-drinking soldiers can be relied upon to endure hardships in case of another war.

It is disgusting to note the increase in the quantity of coffee used by my subjects and the amount of money that goes out of the country in consequence. Everybody is using coffee. If possible, this must be prevented. My people must drink beer.

Many battles have been fought and won by soldiers nourished on beer.

The more I see of men, the better I like my dog.