“If a secret history of books could be written, and the author's private thoughts and meanings noted down alongside of his story, how many insipid volumes would become interesting, and dull tales excite the reader!”
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Except for the young or very happy, I can't say I am sorry for anyone who dies.
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Kindnesses are easily forgotten; but injuries! what worthy man does not keep those in mind?
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There are many sham diamonds in this life which pass for real, and vice versa.
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The world is a looking glass and gives back to every man the reflection of his own face.
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I would rather make my name than inherit it.
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