"I am a great admirer of the French language, and I believe it is the most beautiful language in the world."

"Write for pleasure and publish for money."

"I am a barbarian, I know nothing of civilization except its vices."

"Light-minded society mercilessly persecutes in reality what it allows in theory."

"Against sweet passion's fire the sole defense, The shroud that shields a lover's recompense, And serves to cover up such sweet delights, Oh skirt! You are the one I now beseech, To you I hereby dedica…"