When I think of all the books still left for me to read, I am certain of further happiness.

In morals, always do as others do; in art, never.

Writing is the best way to talk without being interrupted.

Clarity is the politeness of the man of letters.

Broken china lasts longer than unbroken.

Writing is a way of talking without being interrupted.

Paradise does not exist, but we must nonetheless strive to be worthy of it.