You will find that reason, which always ought to direct mankind, seldom does; but that passions and weaknesses commonly usurp itsseat, and rule in its stead.

Observe it, the vulgar often laugh, but never smile, whereas well-bred people often smile, and seldom or never laugh. A witty thing never excited laughter, it pleases only the mind and never distorts the countenance.

Wear your knowledge like your watch - in you pocket - and don't pull it out just for show.

May you live as long as you are fit to live, but no longer, or, may you rather die before you cease to be fit to live than after!

When one is at play, one should not think of one's learning.

Sex: the pleasure is momentary, the position ridiculous, and the expense damnable.

The nation looked upon him as a deserter, and he shrunk into insignificancy and an earldom.