There is in true Beauty, as in Courage, somewhat which narrow Souls cannot dare to admire.
William CongreveLet us be very strange and well-bred:Let us be as strange as if we had been married a great while;And as well-bred as if we were not married at all.
William CongreveGuilt is ever at a loss, and confusion waits upon it; when innocence and bold truth are always ready for expression.
William CongreveFear comes from uncertainty. When we are absolutely certain, whether of our worth or worthlessness, we are almost impervious to fear.
William Congreve