The expressive word "quiet" defines the dress, manners, bow, and even physiognomy of every true denizen of St. James and Bond street.

Like Melrose Abbey, large cities should especially be viewed by moonlight.

The taste forever refines in the study of women.

The highest triumph of art, is the truest presentation of nature.

The innocence that feels no risk and is taught no caution, is more vulnerable than guilt, and oftener assailed.

One lamp — thy mother’s love — amid the stars Shall lift its pure flame changeless, and before The throne of God, burn through eternity - Holy — as it was lit and lent thee here.

The children of the poor are so apt to look as if the rich would have been over-blest with such! Alas for the angel capabilities, interrupted so soon with care, and with after life so sadly unfulfilled.