It is easier and handier for men to flatter than to praise.

Art is indeed not the bread but the wine of life.

Individuality is to be preserved and respected everywhere, as the root of everything good.

Nations and men are only the best when they are the gladdest, and deserve heaven when they enjoy it.

Remembrances last longer than present realities.

Man has here two and a half minutes-one to smile, one to sigh, and a half to love: for in the midst of this minute he dies.

It is easier and handier for men to flatter than to praise.