He was a hero to his valet, who bullied him, and a terror to most of his relations, whom he bullied in turn. Only England could have produced him, and he always said that the country was going to the dogs. His principles were out of date, but there was a good deal to be said for his prejudices.

She...can talk brillantly upon any subject provided she knows nothing about it.

One should always be in love. That is the reason one should never marry.

Society often forgives the criminal; it never forgives the dreamer.

I knew nothing but shadows and I thought them to be real.

Looking good and dressing well is a necessity. Having a purpose in life is not.

There is no sin except stupidity.