The man as he converses is the lover; silent, he is the husband.

Talent is a flame, but genius is a fire.

It is easy to sit up and take notice, What is difficult is getting up and taking action.

Solitude is fine, but you need someone to tell you that solitude is fine.

Power is action; the electoral principle is discussion. No political action is possible when discussion is permanently established.

The happier a man, the more apt he is to tremble. In hearts exclusively tender, anxiety and jealousy are in exact proportion to happiness.

Doubt follows white-winged hope with trembling steps.