Adversity reveals genius, prosperity conceals it.
Painters and poets alike have always had license to dare anything! We know that, and we both claim and allow to others in their turn this indulgence.
A wise God shrouds the future in obscure darkness.
However rich or elevated, a name less something is always wanting to our imperfect fortune.
I am frightened at seeing all the footprints directed towards thy den, and none returning.
I have raised for myself a monument more durable than brass.