There is a sort of knowledge beyond the power of learning to bestow, and this is to be had in conversation; so necessary is this to the understanding the characters of men, that none are more ignorant of them than those learned pedants whose lives have been entirely consumed in colleges and among books; for however exquisitely human nature may have been described by writers the true practical system can be learned only in the world.
Henry FieldingThe woman and the soldier who do not defend the first pass will never defend the last.
Henry FieldingThe exceptions of the scrupulous put one in mind of some general pardons where everything is forgiven except crimes.
Henry FieldingThere is perhaps no surer mark of folly, than to attempt to correct natural infirmities of those we love.
Henry FieldingCommend a fool for his wit, or a rogue for his honesty and he will receive you into his favour.
Henry Fielding