One must indeed be ignorant of the methods of genius to suppose that it allows itself to be cramped by forms. Forms are for mediocrity, and it is fortunate that mediocrity can act only according to routine. Ability takes its flight unhindered.

I am the successor, not of Louis XVI, but of Charlemagne.

We are nothing but by the law.

The English have no exaulted sentiments. They can all be bought.

When I had the honor to be a second lieutenant, I ate dry bread, but I never let anyone know that I was poor.

If I had not been defeated in Acre against Jezzar Pasha of Turk. I would conquer all of the East.

Impossible is the word found only in a fool's dictionary. Wise people create opportunities for themselves and make everything possible.