I am often attracted to people with whom I could not hold a five minute conversation.

We often disguise our reflexes as deliberate actions.

The Enlightenment needs more shadow; the Romantic Movement less.

The more learned a writer, the more digression beckons him.

Ladies and gentlemen are supposed to be looked after by others, like children and pets.

Thrift is an attractive idea until you get down to specifics.

The price of telling your troubles is having to listen to advice.