That happy state of mind, so rarely possessed, in which we can say, "I have enough," is the highest attainment of philosophy.
Johann Georg Ritter von ZimmermannIndolent people, whatever taste they may have for society, seek eagerly for pleasure, and find nothing. They have an empty head and seared hearts.
Johann Georg Ritter von ZimmermannWhen ill news comes too late to be serviceable to your neighbor, keep it to yourself.
Johann Georg Ritter von ZimmermannNovels do not force their fair readers to sin, they only instruct them how to sin; the consequences of which are fully detailed, and not in a way calculated to seduce any but weak but weak minds; few of their heroines are happily disposed of.
Johann Georg Ritter von Zimmermann