We chip away as best we can at the mysterious block of marble our lives are made of- in vain; the black vein of destiny always reappears.

“It is only barbarous nations who have a sudden growth after a victory”

“Just see how idiotic one can be! One reckons without the good God.”

“Look down and show some mercy if you can. Look down, look down, upon your fello…”

“Marius made a movement.'Oh, don't go!' she said. 'It won't be long.'She was sit…”