The folly of others is ever most ridiculous to those who are themselves most foolish.

We sometimes had those little rubs which Providence sends to enhance the value of its favors.

The first time I read an excellent book, it is to me just as if I had gained a new friend. When I read a book over I have perused before, it resembles the meeting with an old one.

It has been well observed that few are better qualified to give others advice than those who have taken the least of it themselves.

The very pink of perfection.

Want of prudence is too frequently the want of virtue.

Silence gives consent.