A general must be shot or befriended - but never hurt.

Inequality is the inevitable consequence of liberty.

My knowledge of myself is direct, synthetic, from within outwards; my knowledge of other persons is indirect, analytical, from outside inwards. My knowledge of myself starts at the core; that of others at the crust.

Circumstances are the seeds of literature.

The American language differs from the English in that it seeks the top of expression while English seeks its lowly valleys.

The Anglo-Saxon conscience does not prevent the Anglo-Saxon from sinning, it merely prevents him from enjoying his sin.

Your conscience is no defense against you sins; however, it can unfortunately deny you the pleasure of enjoying them.