There Are No Accidents So Unlucky But

It Is Not Expedient Or Wise To Examine Our Friends Too Closely; Few Persons Are Raised In Our Esteem By A Close Examination.

Most Men, Like Plants, Possess Hidden Qualities Which Chance Discovers.

However We May Conceal Our Passions Under The Veil ... There Is Always Some Place Where They Peep Out.

He Is A Truly Virtuous Man Who Wishes Always To Be Open To The Observation Of Honest Men.

The Height Of Ability Consists In A Thorough Knowledge Of The Real Value Of Things, And Of The Genius Of The Age In Which We Live.