"The mind can weave itself warmly in the cocoon of its own thoughts, and dwell a hermit anywhere."

"On one issue at least, men and women agree they both distrust women."

"A weed is no more than a flower in disguise, Which is seen through at once, if love give a man eyes."

"Poetry is something to make us wiser and better, by continually revealing those types of beauty and truth, which God has set in all men's souls."

"Mature love is composed and sustaining; a celebration of commitment, companionship, and trust."

"Confidence contributes more to conversation than wit."

"Fear of death makes us devoid both of valour and religion. For want of valour is want of religious faith."

"Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence."