True wisdom is plenty of experience, observation, and reflection. False wisdom is plenty of ignorance, arrogance, and impudence.

There is no greater evidence of superior intelligence than to be surprised at nothing.

The unfortunate do not pity the unfortunate.

One of the best temporary cures for pride and affectation is seasickness; a man who wants to vomit never puts on airs.

Advice can be like cod liver oil, easy enough to administer but not so pleasant to take for anybody.

A witty writer is like a porcupine; his quill makes no distinction between friend and foe.

The best condition in life is to be not so rich as to be envied nor so poor as to be damned.