A great writer is nothing less than a martyr who does not die.

The errors of women spring, almost always, from their faith in the good, or their confidence in the true

No man should marry until he has studied anatomy and dissected at least one woman.

For the journalist, anything probable is gospel truth.

Love or hatred must constantly increase between two persons who are always together; every moment fresh reasons are found for loving or hating better.

But also remember: if you have any genuine feelings, hide them like treasure; never let anyone so much as suspect them, or you're lost. Instead of being the executioner, you'll be the victim. And if you ever fall in love, keep that absolutely secret! Never breathe a word until you're completely sure of the person to whom you open your heart. And to protect that love, even before you feel it, learn to despise the world.

It is easier to be a lover than a husband for the simple reason that it is more difficult to be witty every day than to say pretty things from time to time.