There is a certain delicacy which in yielding conquers; and with a pitiful look makes one find cause to crave help one's self.
Nothing has a letter effect upon children than praise.
A dull head thinks of no better way to show himself wise, than by suspecting everything in his way.
The journey of high honor lies not in smooth ways.
Great is not great to the greater.
In shame there is no comfort but to be beyond all bounds of shame.