By resorting to self-resignation, the unfortunate consummate.

Glory and fame mean twelve thousand francs' worth of paid articles in the newspapers and five thousand crowns' worth of dinners.

A woman's greatest charm consists in a constant appeal to a man's generosity by a gracious declaration of helplessness which fills him with pride and awakens the most magnificent feelings in his heart.

For certain people, misfortune is a beacon that lights up the dark and baser sides of social life.

Marriage is an institution necessary to the maintenance of society but contrary to the laws of nature.

The key to all sciences is unquestionably the question mark. To the word How? we owe most of our greatest discoveries. Wisdom in life may perhaps consist in asking ourselves on all occasions: Why?

To have fame follow us is well, but it is not a desirable avant-courier.