"The choicest productions of wit, are spoiled by the too much relish of the author."

"I profess, in the sincerity of my heart, that I have not the least personal interest in endeavouring to promote this necessary work, having no other motive than the public good of my country, by advan…"

"The common fluency of speech in many men, and most women, is owing to a scarcity of matter and a torrent of words."

"I have ever hated all nations, professions, and communities, and all my love is toward individuals: for instance, I hate the tribe of lawyers, but I love Counsellor Such-a-one, and Judge Such-a-one: s…"

"Promises and pie-crusts are made to be broken."