[the Monks'] Minds Were Inaccessible To Reason

Extreme Distress, Which Unites The Virtue Of A Free People, Imbitters The Factions Of A Declining Monarchy.

Truth, Naked, Unblushing Truth, The First Virtue Of All Serious History, Must Be The Sole Recommendation Of This Personal Narrative.

[courage] Arises In A Great Measure From The Consciousness Of Strength . . .

The Pains And Pleasures Of The Body, Howsoever Important To Ourselves, Are An Indelicate Subject Of Conversation

The Inactivity Of A Conqueror Betrays The Loss Of Strength And Blood . . .