“In a weak moment I promised to be strong”

“The phaenomena afforded by trades, are a part of the history of nature, and therefore may both challenge the naturalist's curiosity and add to his knowledge, Nor will it suffice to justify learned men in the neglect and contempt of this part of natural history, that the men, from whom it must be learned, are illiterate mechanicks... is indeed childish, and too unworthy of a philosopher, to be worthy of an honest answer.”

“Those distinct substances, which concretes generally either afford, or are made up of, may, without very much inconvenience, be called the elements or principles of them.”

“Sometimes resilience arrives in the moment you discover your own unshakeable goodness.”

“At the moment, everyone gets a copyright as soon as the work is written down or otherwise fixed, whether they want one or not.”

“That did it. With his masculine pride completely trampled beneath her sturdy and practical heel, Jack made a vow. The moment this ends, I am going straight up to London to cut a swath through Society that will ensure my place in history alongside Casanova and every other great rake. There won't be a woman's heart safe from my charms.”

“I grew up around strong women; weak men were pickled and salted. The women wouldn't waste time raising a weak boy.”