Humor is one of the elements of genius--admirable as an adjunct; but as soon as it becomes dominant, only a surrogate for genius.

Out of moderation a pure happiness springs.

What life half gives a man, posterity gives entirely.

Fortunately, we can take in only so much misfortune; what exceeds that limit either destroys us or leaves us indifferent.

One ought, everyday, to hear a song, read a fine poem, and, if possible, to speak a few reasonable words.

Mysterious in the light of day, nature retains her veil, despite our clamours: That which she does not willingly display cannot be wrenched from her with levers, screws and hammers.

We don't get to know anything but what we love.