Maxioms by Lord Chesterfield
Style is the dress of thoughts; and let them be ever so just, if your style is homely, coarse, and read more
Style is the dress of thoughts; and let them be ever so just, if your style is homely, coarse, and vulgar, they will appear to as much disadvantage, and be as ill received, as your person, though ever so well-proportioned, would if dressed in rags, dirt, and tatters.
Know the true value of time: snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. No idleness, no laziness, no procrastination; read more
Know the true value of time: snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it. No idleness, no laziness, no procrastination; never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.
The difference between a man of sense and a fop is that the fop values himself upon his dress; and read more
The difference between a man of sense and a fop is that the fop values himself upon his dress; and the man of sense laughs at it, at the same time he knows he must not neglect it.
Modesty is the only sure bait when you angle for praise.
Modesty is the only sure bait when you angle for praise.
Most people enjoy the inferiority of their best friends.
Most people enjoy the inferiority of their best friends.
