To display the greatest powers, unless they are applied to great purposes, makes nothing for the character of greatness.
William HazlittGallantry to women - the sure road to their favor - is nothing but the appearance of extreme devotion to all their wants and wishes, a delight in their satisfaction, and a confidence in yourself as being able to contribute toward it
William HazlittNatural affection is a prejudice; for though we have cause to love our nearest connections better than others, we have no reason to think them better than others.
William Hazlitt