What one beholds of a woman is the least part of her.
Make good use of your time, it flies fast.
What is now an act of reason, was but blind impulse.
To be thoroughly imbued, with the liberal arts refines the manners, and makes men to be mild and gentle in their conduct.
Every woman thinks herself attractive; even the plainest is satisfied with the charms she deems that she possesses.
Let others praise ancient times; I am glad I was born in these.