Secret griefs are more cruel than public calamities.
Weโre neither pure, nor wise, nor good; we do the best we know.
It is not enough to conquer; one must learn to seduce.
Society therefore is an ancient as the world.
Chess is a game which reflects most honor on human wit.
What a pessimist you are!" exclaimed Candide. "That is because I know what life is," said Martin.