A man never speaks of himself without losing something. What he says in his disfavor is always believed, but when he commends himself, he arouses mistrust. Essays
“Don't tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.” The Duel
I wonder how many people I've looked at all my life and never seen. The Winter of Our Discontent
“Prudence consists in knowing how to distinguish the character of troubles, and for choice to take the lesser evil.” The Prince
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