Measures, not men, have always been my mark.

Whatever be the motives which induce men to write,--whether avarice or fame,--the country becomes more wise and happy in which they most serve for instructors.

The life of a scholar seldom abounds with adventure.

The hours we pass with happy prospects in view are more pleasing than those crowded with fruition.

Good people all, with one accord, Lament for Madam Blaize, Who never wanted a good word From those who spoke her praise.

To the last moment of his breath, On hope the wretch relies; And even the pang preceding death Bids expectation rise.

Friendship is a disinterested commerce between equals; love, an abject intercourse between tyrants and slaves.