The less said the better.

An interval of meditation, serious and grateful, was the best corrective of everything dangerous in such a high-wrought felicity; and she went to her room, and grew steadfast and fearless in the thankfulness of her enjoyment.

But to appear happy when I am so miserable — Oh! who can require it?

I would much rather have been merry than wise.

It is very difficult for the prosperous to be humble.

Facts or opinions which are to pass through the hands of so many, to be misconceived by folly in one, and ignorance in another, can hardly have much truth left.

She was one of those, who, having, once begun, would be always in love.