For passion, be it observed, brings insight with it; it can give a sort of intelligence to simpletons, fools, and idiots, especially during youth.

Thought is the only treasure that God sets outside all power and keeps to serve as a secret link among the unhappy.

Thought is a key to all treasures; the miser's gains are ours without his cares. Thus I have soared above this world, where my enjoyments have been intellectual joys.

Woman is closer to angels than man because she knows how to mingle an infinite tenderness with the most absolute compassion.

The union of a want and a sentiment.

Novelty is both delightful and deceptive.

The secret of great fortunes without apparent cause is a crime forgotten, forgotten because it was properly done.