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No one ever discovers the depths of his own loneliness.
No one ever discovers the depths of his own loneliness.
Fear is that little darkroom where negatives are developed.
Fear is that little darkroom where negatives are developed.
Any solution to a problem changes the problem.
Any solution to a problem changes the problem.
If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.
If you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.
It is easier to discover a deficiency in individuals, in states, and in Providence, than to see their real import read more
It is easier to discover a deficiency in individuals, in states, and in Providence, than to see their real import and value.
Chivalry is the most delicate form of contempt.
Chivalry is the most delicate form of contempt.
People of substance may sin without being exposed for their stolen pleasure; but servants and the poorer sort of women read more
People of substance may sin without being exposed for their stolen pleasure; but servants and the poorer sort of women have seldom an opportunity of concealing a big belly, or at least the consequences of it.
Something of vengeance I had tasted for the first time; as aromatic wine it seemed, on swallowing, warm and racy: read more
Something of vengeance I had tasted for the first time; as aromatic wine it seemed, on swallowing, warm and racy: its after-flavor, metallic and corroding, gave me a sensation as if I had been poisoned.