It is remarkable how virtuous and generously disposed every one is at a play.

It is not fit that every man should travel; it makes a wise man better, and a fool worse.

The vain man makes a merit of misfortune, and triumphs in his disgrace.

Few things tend more to alienate friendship than a want of punctuality in our engagements. I have known the breach of a promise to dine or sup to break up more than one intimacy.

A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles.

Malice often takes the garb of truth.

The diffusion of taste is not the same thing as the improvement of taste.