To begin with myself, then, the utterances of men concerning me will differ widely, since in passing judgment almost every one is influenced not so much by truth as by preference, and good and evil report alike know no bounds.

Continued work and application form my soul's nourishment. So soon as I commenced to rest and relax I should cease to live.

For virtue only finds eternal Fame.

I freeze and burn, love is bitter and sweet, my sighs are tempests and my tears are floods, I am in ecstasy and agony, I am possessed by memories of her and I am in exile from myself.

For style beyond the genius never dares.

Hitherto your eyes have been darkened and you have looked too much, yes, far too much, upon the things of earth. If these so much delight you what shall be your rapture when you lift your gaze to things eternal!

Often have I wondered with much curiosity as to our coming into this world and what will follow our departure.