Objects in pictures should so be arranged as by their very position to tell their own story.

I will say with Lorenzo de Medici that those who do not hope for another life are always dead to this one.

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

The style of writing required in the great world is distinguished by a free and daring grace, a careless security, a fine and sharp polish, a delicate and perfect taste; while that fitted for the people is characterized by a vigorous natural fulness, a profound depth of feeling, and an engaging naivete.

Desire is the presentiment of our inner abilities, and the forerunner of our ultimate accomplishments.

The century is advanced, but every individual begins afresh.

I nothing had, and yet enough for youth--Joy in Illusion, ardent thirst for Truth. Give unrestrained, the old emotion, The bliss that touched the verge of pain, The strength of Hate, Love's deep devotion,--O, give me back my youth again!