Since events are not metaphors, the literal-minded have a certain advantage in dealing with them.

Self-conscious? Try a wig, a corset, a veil, a beard. Or cultivate shamelessness.

When sages commend excess, Desire is sick.

Pornography and cooking shows have created two new spectator sports.

Reputation runs behind the current state of affairs.

Imprudence relies on luck, prudence on method. That gives prudence less edge than it expects.

Three meals plus bedtime make four sure blessings a day.