Every class of society has its cant of lamentation, which is understood or regarded by none but themselves; and every part of life has its uneasiness, which those who do not feel them will not commiserate. An event which spreads distraction over half the commercial world, assembles the trading companies in councils and committees, and shakes the nerves of a thousand stockjobbers, is read by the landlord and the farmer with frigid indifference.

There are charms made only for distant admiration.

That observation which is called knowledge of the world will be found much more frequently to make men cunning than good.

Where secrecy or mystery begins, vice or roguery is not far off.

In a Man's Letters you know, Madam, his soul lies naked, his letters are only the mirrour of his breast.

Nothing is more common than mutual dislike, where mutual approbation is particularly expected.

Life is short. The sooner that a man begins to enjoy his wealth the better.