There can be no defense like elaborate courtesy.

There is no diplomacy like candor.

The French never allow a distinguished son of France to lack a statue.

You may lose by it now and then, but it will be a loss well gained if you do.

Americans are people who prefer the Continent to their own country, but refuse to learn its languages.

There can be no defense like elaborate courtesy.

Nothing is wasted.

The art of life is to show your hand.

Nothing is so boring as having to keep up a deception.