By necessity, by proclivity, and by delight, we all quote.
Nature magically suits a man to his fortunes, by making them the fruit of his character.
It is much better to learn the elements of geology, of botany, or ornithology and astronomy by word of mouth from a companion than dully from a book.
Every man in his lifetime needs to thank his faults.
New arts destroy the old.
I must be myself. I cannot break myself any longer for you, or you. If you can love me for what I am, we shall be the happier. If you cannot, I will still seek to seserve that you should.