We must remain as close to the flowers, the grass, and the butterflies as the child is who is not yet so much taller than they are.

Take a chance and try my fare! It will grow on you, I swear; Soon it will taste good to you!

We ought to fear a man who hates himself, for we are at risk of becoming victims of his anger and revenge. Let us then try to lure him into self-love.

What is the strongest cure?--Victory.

Christianity in particular should be dubbed a great treasure-chamber of ingenious consolations, such a store of refreshing, soothing, deadening drugs has it accumulated within itself.

In revenge and in love, woman is more barbarous than man.

Is it better to out-monster the monster or to be quietly devoured?