The Public Seldom Forgive Twice.

The Prudent See Only The Difficulties, The Bold Only The Advantages, Of A Great Enterprise; The Hero Sees Both; Diminishes The Former And Makes The Latter Preponderate, And So Conquers.

Too Much Gravity Argues A Shallow Mind.

The Quicker, The Louder, The Applause With Which Another Tries To Gain You Over To His Purpose - The Bitterer His Censure If He Miss His Aim.

Calmness Of Will Is A Sign Of Grandeur.

Defeat Serves To Enlighten Us.