Business was his aversion; Pleasure was his business.

Let the sexes mutually forgive each other their follies; or, what is much better, let them combine their talents for their general advantage.

First loves are not necessarily more foolish than others; but the chances are certainly against them. Proximity of time or place, a variety of accidental circumstances more than the essential merits of the object, often produce what is called first love.

The bore is good for promoting sleep; but though he causeth sleep in others, it is uncertain whether he ever sleeps himself; as few can keep awake in his company long enough to see. It is supposed that when he sleeps it is with his mouth open.

Books only spoil the originality of genius. Very well for those who can't think for themselves - But when one has made up one's opinions, there is no use in reading.

No man ever distinguished himself who could not bear to be laughed at.

Those who are animated by hope can perform what would seem impossibilities to those who are under the depressing influence of fear.