All natural objects make a kindred impression, when the mind is open to their influence.

Democracy becomes a government of bullies tempered by editors.

Envy is the tax which all distinction must pay.

It does not need that a poem should be long. Every word was once a poem.

The Italians are fond of red clothes, peacock plumes, and embroidery; and I remember one rainy morning in the city of Palermo, the street was ablaze with scarlet umbrellas.

Government exists to defend the weak and the poor and the injured party; the rich and the strong can better take care of themselves.

Honor and fortune exist for him who always recognizes the neighborhood of the great, always feels himself in the presence of high causes.