In Boston they ask, how much does he know? In New York, how much is he worth? In Philadelphia, who were his parents?
If horses knew their strength we should not ride anymore.
The community is eminently Portuguese - that is to say, it is slow, poor, shiftless, sleepy, and lazy.
It is easier to stay out than get out.
Distance lends enchantment to the view.
All you need is ignorance and confidence and the success is sure.