In literature mere egotism is delightful.

“Come sono fortunati gli attori! Loro possono scegliere se recitare in una trage…”

“Ah, on what little things does happiness depend! I have read all that the wise …”

“I don't think there is a woman in the world who would not be a little flattered…”

“Art is always more abstract than we fancy. Form and colour tell us of form and …”