To be truly and really independent is to support ourselves by our own exertions.

The perfection of outward loveliness is the soul shining through its crystalline covering.

That grief is the most durable which flows inward, and buries its streams with its fountain, in the depths of the heart.

none are fit judges of greatness but those who are capable of it.

How different is the ready hand, tearful eye, and soothing voice, from the ostentatious appearance which is called pity.

Be shocking, be daring, be bold, be passionate.

The best manner of avenging ourselves is by not resembling him who has injured us.