It is with books as with men: a very small number play a great part.

In general, the art of government consists of taking as much money as possible from one class of citizens to give to another.

He who thinks himself wise, O heavens! is a great fool.

A witty saying proves nothing.

Inspiration: A peculiar effect of divine flatulence emitted by the Holy Spirit which hisses into the ears of a few chosen of God.

Appreciation is a wonderful thing: It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.

Every beauty, when out of it's place, is a beauty no longer.