No man was more foolish when he had not a pen in his hand, or more wise when he had
A newswriter is a man without virtue, who lies at home for his own profit.
A ship is worse than a gaol. There is, in a gaol, better air, better company, better conveniency of every kind; and a ship has the additional disadvantage of of being in danger.
Luncheon: as much food as one's hand can hold.
Riches seldom make their owners rich.
Every man speaks and writes with intent to be understood; and it can seldom happen but he that understands himself might convey his notions to another, if, content to be understood, he did not seek to be admired.