In its early stages, insomnia is almost an oasis in which those who have to think or suffer darkly take refuge.

If we want to be sincere, we must admit that there is a well-nourished love and an ill-nourished love. And the rest is literature.

A kindly gesture bestowed by us on an animal arouses prodigies of understanding and gratitude.

Look for a long time at what pleases you, and a longer time at what pains you.

On this narrow planet, we have only the choice between two unknown worlds. One of them tempts us - ah! what a dream, to live in that! - the other stifles us at the first breath.

It takes time for the absent to assume their true shape in our thoughts.

Jealousy is not at all low, but it catches us humbled and bowed down, at first sight.