Nothing in human nature is so God-like as the disposition to do good to our fellow-creatures.

For the human mind is seldom at stay: If you do not grow better, you will most undoubtedly grow worse.

When we reflect upon the cruelties daily practised upon such of the animal creation as are given us for food, or which we ensnarefor our diversion, we shall be obliged to own that there is more of the savage in human nature than we are aware of.

If the education and studies of children were suited to their inclinations and capacities, many would be made useful members of society that otherwise would make no figure in it.

I know not my own heart if it be not absolutely free.

The companion of an evening, and the companion for life, require very different qualifications.

The difference in the education of men and women must give the former great advantages over the latter, even where geniuses are equal.