That which we know is but little; that which we have a presentiment of is immense; it is in this direction that the poet outruns the learned man.

It is a very rare thing for a man of talent to succeed by his talent.

Nothing vivifies, and nothing kills, like the emotions.

In youth one has tears without grief; in age, griefs without tears

Literature was formerly an art and finance a trade; today it is the reverse.

Great souls are harmonious.

We love justice greatly, and just men but little.