Adversity is the state in which man mostly easily becomes acquainted with himself, being especially free of admirers then
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That ready wit, which you so partially allow me, ... may create many admirers; but, take my word for it, it makes few friends. It shines and dazzles like the noonday sun, but, like that, too, it is very apt to scorch, and therefore is always feared. The milder morning and evening light and heat of that planet soothe and calm our minds. Never seek for wit; if it present itself, well and good; but even then, let your judgement interpose, and take care that it be not at the expense of anybody.
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The female part of the Cry (who had many of them often experienced a joyful self- approbation on being told by their admirers that all their p...
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Adversity is the state in which man mostly easily becomes acquainted with himself, being especially free of admirers then.
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