It requires more than mere genius to be an author.

There are only two ways by which to rise in this world, either by one's own industry or by the stupidity of others.

A man of the world must seem to be what he wishes to be thought.

When what you read elevates your mind and fills you with noble aspirations, look for no other rule by which to judge a book; it is good, and is the work of a master-hand.

We never deceive for a good purpose: knavery adds malice to falsehood.

The passion of hatred is so long lived and so obstinate a malady that the surest sign of death in a sick person is their desire for reconciliation.

Party loyalty lowers the greatest men to the petty level of the masses.