The whole constitution of property on its present tenures, is injurious, and its influence on persons deteriorating and degrading.

And of poetry, the success is not attained when it lulls and satisfies, but when it astonishes and fires us with new endeavours after the unattainable.

Music causes us to think eloquently.

We are all wise for other people, none for himself.

The secret of drunkenness is, that it insulates us in thought, whilst it unites us in feeling.

If you would serve your brother it is fit for you to serve him, do not take back your words when you find that prudent people do not commend you. Be true to your own act, and congratulate yourself if you have done something strange and extravagant and broken the monotony of a decorous age.

Rings and other jewels are not gifts, but apologies for gifts. The only gift is a portion of thyself.