How can you be content to be in the world like tulips in a garden, to make a fine show, and be good for nothing.
Mary AstellWhilst our Hearts are violently set upon any thing, there is no convincing us that we shall ever be of another Mind.
Mary AstellThat which has not a real excellency and value in it self, entertains no longer than the giddy Humour which recommended it to us holds.
Mary Astell