Only just the right quantum of wit should be put into a book; in conversation a little excess is allowable.
Drawing is speaking to the eye; talking is painting to the ear.
It is not my words that I polish, but my ideas.
There is always some frivolity in excellent minds; they have wings to rise, but also stray.
Of what delights are we deprived by our excesses!
Strength is natural, but grace is the growth of habit. This charming quality requires practice if it is to become lasting.