A man is never more satisfied than when he is confirming a favorite theory.

the engrossing pursuit of Americans is wealth.

A man is never more satisfied than when he is confirming a favorite theory.

There are few sensations more painful, than, in the midst of deep grief, to know that the season which we have always associated with mirth and rejoicing is at hand.

There is no influence so powerful as that of the mother, but next in rank in efficacy is that of the schoolmaster.

What a ready passport wealth gives its possessor to the good opinions of this world!

There is no impossibility to him who stands prepared to conquer every hazard. The fearful are the failing.