To a philosophic eye, the vices of the clergy are far less dangerous than their virtues.

History is little more than the register of the crimes, follies, and misfortunes of mankind.

Our work is the presentation of our capabilities.

The winds and the waves are always on the side of the ablest navigators.

Revenge is profitable, gratitude is expensive.

History is indeed little more than the register of the crimes, follies and misfortunes of mankind.