Although wealth may not bring happiness, the immediate prospect of it provides a wonderfully close imitation.
Patrick O'BrianWhy, sir," said he, looking about him, "what splendour I see: gold lace, breeches, cocked hats. Allow me to recommend a sandwich. And would you be contemplating an attack, at all?" "It had crossed my mind, I must admit," said Jack. "Indeed, I may go so far as to say, that I am afraid a conflict is now virtually inevitable. Did you notice we have cleared for action?
Patrick O'BrianThat would be locking the horse after the stable door is gone, a very foolish thing to do.
Patrick O'Brian