"The animal enjoys the present without the burden of memory or anxiety about the future; man, on the other hand, is tormented by reflection."

"Neither for music, nor for poetry, nor for fine art have they any real or true sense and susceptibility, and it is mere mockery on their part, in their desire to please, if they affect any such thing."

"The life of an individual is a constant struggle, and not merely a metaphorical one against want or boredom, but also an actual struggle against other people."

"We can regard our life as a uselessly disturbing episode in the blissful repose of nothingness."

"It is because women's reasoning powers are weaker that they show more sympathy for the unfortunate than men, and consequently take a kindlier interest in them. On the other hand, women are inferior to…"