The terror of society, which is the basis of morals, the terror of God, which is the secret of religion-these are the two things that govern us.

Never trust a woman who wears mauve, whatever her age may be, or a woman over thirty-five who is fond of pink ribbons.

Arguments are extremely vulgar, for everybody in good society holds exactly the same opinions.

Men marry because they are tired; women, because they are curious; both are disappointed.

Cleverness becomes a public nuisance.

And now, I am dying beyond my means. (Said while sipping champagne on his deathbed.)

Great passions are for the great of soul, and great events can be seen only by those who are on a level with them