The Enlightenment needs more shadow; the Romantic Movement less.
The truth usually has a slightly ugly look.
Beauty compels us; reason merely cajoles.
Rescue someone unwilling to look after himself, and he will cling to you like a dangerous illness.
Giving out crowns to everyone will not make a nation of kings.
Arrogance rides triumphantly through the gates, barely glancing at the old woman about to cut the rope and spring shut the trap.