Women deluded by these sentiments, sometimes boast of their weakness, cunningly obtaining power by playing on the weakness of men; and they may well glory in their illicit sway, for, like Turkish bashaws, they have more real power than their masters: but virtue is sacrificed to temporary gratifications, and the respectability of life to the triumph of an hour.

We cannot, without depraving our minds, endeavour to please a lover or husband, but in proportion as he pleases us.

It is justice, not charity, that is wanting in the world.

Judicious books enlarge the mind and improve the heart.

Simplicity and sincerity generally go hand in hand, as both proceed from a love of truth.

I think I love most people best when they are in adversity; for pity is one of my prevailing passions.

Strengthen the female mind by enlarging it, and there will be an end to blind obedience.