Solitude is the best nurse of wisdom.

Before an affliction is digested, consolation ever comes too soon; and after it is digested, it comes too late.

When my way is too rough for my feet, or too steep for my strength, I get off it to some smooth velvet path which fancy has scattered over with rosebuds of delights; and, having taken a few turns in it, come back strengthened and refreshed.

Only the brave know how to forgive... a coward never forgave; it is not in his nature.

Freethinkers are generally those who never think at all.

Vanity bids all her sons be brave, and all her daughters chaste and courteous.

Keep away from the fire!