The fact is that love is of two kinds, one which commands, and one which obeys. The two are quite distinct, and the passion to which the one gives rise is not the passion of the other.

Manners are the hypocrisy of a nation.

The privilege of feeling at home everywhere belongs only to kings, wolves and robbers.

Behind every fortune there is a crime.

When you doubt your power, you give power to your doubt.

Wisdom is that apprehension of heavenly things to which the spirit rises through love.

Six weeks with a fever is an eternity.