When the gods wish to punish us they answer our prayers.

I have no objection to anyone's sex life as long as they don't practice it in the street and frighten the horses.

Some people always know the price, but not the value

I am very glad I have travelled. Travel improves the mind wonderfully, and does away with all one's prejudices.

It can never be necessary to do what is not honourable.

America has never quite forgiven Europe for having been discovered somewhat earlier in history than itself.

Man is a rational animal who always loses his temper when he is called upon to act in accordance with the dictates of reason.