Whatever is in any way beautiful hath its source of beauty in itself, and is complete in itself; praise forms no part of it. So it is none the worse nor the better for being praised. Book IV
Never joke at funerals, or during business transactions. Israel Potter
In the best, the friendliest and simplest relations flattery or praise is necessary, just as grease is necessary to keep wheels turning. War and Peace
An invasion of armies can be resisted, but not an idea whose time has come. Histoire d'un crime
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