In a debate, rather pull to pieces the argument of thy antagonists than offer him any of thy own; for thus thou wilt fight him in his own country.

The slander of some people is as great a recommendation as the praise of others.

There is nothing so useful to man in general, nor so beneficial to particular societies and individuals, as trade. This is that alma mater, at whose plentiful breast all mankind are nourished.

Fashion is the science of appearance, and it inspires one with the desire to seem rather than to be.

A wonder lasts but nine days, and then the puppy's eyes are open.

It is not from nature, but from education and habits, that our wants are chiefly derived.

His designs were strictly honourable, as the phrase is; that is, to rob a lady of her fortune by way of marriage.