And so I leave this world, where the heart must either break or turn to lead (suicide note)

Women of the world crave excitement.

Wicked people sometimes perform good actions. I suppose they wish to see if this gives as great a feeling of pleasure as the virtuous claim for it.

Wrinkles and ill-nature together made a woman hideous.

There are two things that one must get used to or one will find life unendurable: the damages of time and injustices of men.

A fool who has a flash of wit creates astonishment and scandal, like hack-horses setting out to gallop.

He who disguises tyranny, protection, or even benefits under the air and name of friendship reminds me of the guilty priest who poisoned the sacramental bread.