Modern historians are all would-be philosophers; who, instead of relating facts as they occurred, give us their version, or rather perversions of them, always colored by their political prejudices, or distorted to establish some theory . . .

Love and enthusiasm are always ridiculous, when not reciprocated by their objects.

Arles is certainly one of the most interesting towns I have ever seen, whether viewed as a place remarkable for the objects of antiquity it contains, or for the primitive manners of its inhabitants and its picturesque appearance.

Flattery, if judiciously administered, is always acceptable.

There is no cosmetic like happiness

A German writer observes: "The noblest characters only show themselves in their real light. All others act comedy with their fellow-men even unto the grave.

Bores: People who talk of themselves, when you are thinking only of yourself.