The use of knowledge in our sex (beside the amusement of solitude) is to moderate the passions and learn to be contented with a small expense, which are the certain effects of a studious life and, it may be, preferable even to that fame which men have engrossed to themselves and will not suffer us to share.

Life is too short for a long story

It is 11 years since I have seen my figure in a glass [mirror]. The last reflection I saw there was so disagreeable I resolved to spare myself such mortification in the future.

Men are vile inconstant toads.

I am in perfect health, and hear it said I look better than ever I did in my life, which is one of those lies one is always glad to hear.

There can be no situation in life in which the conversation of my dear sister will not administer some comfort to me.

I have often observ'd the loudest Laughers to be the dullest Fellows in the Company.