There are many kinds of smiles, each having a distinct character. Some announce goodness and sweetness, others betray sarcasm, bitterness and pride; some soften the countenance by their languishing tenderness, others brighten by their spiritual vivacity.

Say not you know another entirely till you have divided an inheritance with him.

She neglects her heart who too closely studies her glass.

The policy of adapting one's self to circumstances makes all ways smooth.

Receive no satisfaction for premeditated impertinence - forget it, forgive it - but keep him inexorably at a distance who of∣fered it.

Copiousness and simplicity, variety and unity, constitute real greatness of character.

A sneer is often the sign of heartless malignity.