Rarity gives a charm; so early fruits and winter roses are the most prized; and coyness sets off an extravagant mistress, while the door always open tempts no suitor.
What quick wit is found in sudden straits!
Gifts are like fish-hooks; for who is not aware that the greedy char is deceived by the fly which he swallows?
However great the dish that holds the turbot, the turbot is still greater than the dish.
A fisherman's walk: three steps and overboard.
If fame is to come only after death, I am in no hurry for it.