The dignified catastrophes of tragedy bear little resemblance to the slow ruin inflicted by life.
The passion for money is never fickle.
Human nature is a scoundrel's favorite explanation.
Many have attempted unnatural acts, but Nature has always shown the way.
The worship of Mammon may be vulgar or immoral, but it persists while other religions falter and disappear.
Nothing is more cheerful than talking about our friends' shortcomings.