A Sceptick therefore, who because he finds that Truths are not universally received, doubts of their existence, is just as foolish as a man who should try large shoes upon little feet, and little shoes upon large feet, and finding that they did not fit.

I, who have no sisters or brothers, look with some degree of innocent envy on those who may be said to be born to friends.

I have seen many a bear led by a man: but I never before saw a man led by a bear.

What a curious creature is man; with what a variety of powers and faculties is he endued; yet how easily is he disturbed and put out of order.

What an insignificant life is this which I am now leading!

A woman's preaching is like a dog's walking on his hinter legs. It is not done well; but you are surprised to see it done at all.

For my own part I think no innocent species of wit or pleasantry should be suppressed: and that a good pun may be admitted among the smaller excellencies of lively conversation.