Just as we outgrow a pair of trousers, we outgrow acquaintances, libraries, principles, etc., at times before they're worn out and times - and this is the worst of all - before we have new ones.

It often takes more courage to change one's opinion than to stick to it.

The highest level than can be reached by a mediocre but experienced mind is a talent for uncovering the weaknesses of those greater than itself.

Nowadays three witty turns of phrase and a lie make a writer.

We say that someone occupies an official position, whereas it is the official position that occupies him.

It is said that truth comes from the mouths of fools and children: I wish every good mind which feels an inclination for satire would reflect that the finest satirist always has something of both in him.

They do not think, therefore they are not.