Beauty is a great gift of heaven; not for the purpose of female vanity, but a great gift for one who loves, and wishes to be beloved.
Maria Edgeworthevery man who takes a part in politics, especially in times when parties run high, must expect to be abused; they must bear it; and their friends must learn to bear it for them.
Maria EdgeworthThe Irish sometimes make and keep a vow against whiskey; these vows are usually limited to a short time.
Maria Edgeworth