…proved that woman isn't a half but a whole human being, and can stand alone.

Liberty must not be abused.

The female population exceeds the male, you know, especially in New England, which accounts for the high state of culture we are in, perhaps.

Because they are mean is no reason why I should be. I hate such things, and though I think I've a right to be hurt, I don't intend to show it. (Amy March)

hither,hither, from thy home,airy sprite, i bid thee come! born of roses, fed on dew, charms and potions canst thow brew? bring me here, with elfin speed,the fragment philter witch i need; make it sweet and swift and stong, spirite amserw now my song hither i come, from my airy home, afar silver moon. take magic spell, and use it well. or its powers will vanish soon!

Love is apt to make lunatics of even men and saints.

Where's the use of looking nice, when no one sees me but those cross midgets, and no one cares whether I'm pretty or not?