One ought to have a good memory when he has told a lie
I have deserved neither so much honor or so much disgrace.
The subject of a good tragedy must not be realistic.
They who overcome their desires once can overcome them always.
These flattering mirrors reflect imperfectly what is within; the countenance is often a gay deceiver. What defects of mind lie hidden under its beauty! What fair exteriors conceal base souls!
To win without risk is to triumph without glory.