Most Imitators Attempt The Inimitable.

Unattainable Wishes Are Often "pious." This Seems To Indicate That Only Profane Wishes Are Fulfilled.

People More Easily Tolerate Opposition Than A Contradiction

The Sympathy Of Most People Consists Of A Mixture Of Good-humour, Curiosity, And Self-importance.

To Be Satisfied With Little Is Hard, To Be Satisfied With A Lot Is Impossible.

Hatred Is A Prolific Vice; Envy, A Barren Vice.