There are single thoughts that contain the essence of a whole volume, single sentences that have the beauties of a large work.

The mind conceives with pain, but it brings forth with delight.

Avoid singularity. There may often be less vanity in following the new modes than in adhering to the old ones. It is true that the foolish invent them, but the wise may conform to, instead of contradicting, them.

A work is perfectly finished only when nothing can be added to it and nothing taken away.

Luckily, I never feel at one time more than half my pains.

Some superior minds are unrecognized because there is no standard by which to weigh them.

Strength is natural, but grace is the growth of habit. This charming quality requires practice if it is to become lasting.