What is said about men often has as much influence upon their lives, and especially upon their destinies, as what they do.

“To love is to act.”

“With just the ‘Carmagnole’ to sing he will only overthrow Louis XVI; but give h…”

“There is no one for spying on people's actions like those who are not concerned…”

“The gravedigger's work is charming when done by a child.”