"I am quite determined to have a good laugh, come what may."

"It would be mortifying to the feelings of many ladies, could they be made to understand how little the heart of a man is affected by what is costly or new in their attire."

"I do not think I ever was in a more disgraceful state. I am quite ashamed of myself."

"I hate to hear you talk about all women as if they were fine ladies instead of rational creatures. None of us want to be in calm waters all our lives."

"My idea of good company…is the company of clever, well-informed people, who have a great deal of conversation; that is what I call good company."