People seldom read a book which is given to them; and few are given. The way to spread a work is to sell it at a low price. No man will send to buy a thing that costs even sixpence without an intention to read it.

Sir, there is no end of negative criticism.

Confidence is a plant of slow growth; especially in an aged bosom

Women have two weapons - cosmetics and tears

No man sympathizes with the sorrows of vanity.

Shakespeare never had more than 6 lines together without a fault.

Pleasure is very seldom found where it is sought; our brightest blazes of gladness are commonly kindled by unexpected sparks.