I do not know of a better cure for sorrow than to pity somebody else.

To bring up a child in the way he should go, travel that way yourself once in a while.

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

Remember the poor, it costs nothing.

Titles are valuable; they make us acquainted with many persons who otherwise would be lost among the rubbish.

Biography is the best form of history.

Genius ain't anything more than elegant common sense.