A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body it gives boldness enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball and others of that nature are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks.

A gentleman will not insult me, and no man, not a gentleman, can insult me.

The most terrible job in warfare is to be a second lieutenant leading a platoon when you are on the battlefield.

Poetry is the synthesis of hyacinths and biscuits.

What may seem depressing or even tragic to one person may seem like an absolute scream to another person especially if he has had between four and seven beers.