It is greater than the stars - that moving procession of human energy; greater than the palpitating earth and the things growing thereon.

No, I only think you cruel, as I said the other day. Maybe not intentionally cruel; but you seem to be forcing me into disclosures which can result in nothing; as if you would have me bare a wound for the pleasure of looking at it, without the intention or power of healing it.

I would give up my life for my children, but not myself.

There are periods of despondency and suffering which take possession of me. But I don't want anything but my own way. That is wanting a good deal, of course, when you have to trample upon the lives, the hearts, the prejudices of others-

The way to become rich is to make money, not to save it.

The city atmosphere certainly has improved her. Some way she doesn't seem like the same woman.

It was still quite light out of doors, but inside with the curtains drawn and the smouldering fire sending out a dim, uncertain glow, the room was full of deep shadows.