"But for my own part, if a book is well written, I always find it too short."

"It is very unfair to judge any body's conduct, without an intimate knowledge of their situation."

"A novel must show how the world truly is. Somehow, reveals the true source of our actions."

"I should infinitely prefer a book."

"Self-knowledge is the first step to maturity."

"The more I see of the world, the more am i dissatisfied with it; and everyday confirms my belief of the inconsistencies of all human."