“It is from books that wise people derive consolation in the troubles of life.”

“Could the word ‘iron’ be the root from which ‘irony’ is derived?”

“Profound hearts, wise minds, take life as God makes it; it is a long trial, and unintelligible preparation for the unknown destiny.”

“People overwhelmed with trouble do not look behind; they know only too well that misfortune follows them.”

“People weighed down with troubles do not look back; they know only too well that misfortune stalks them.”

“People who are overwhelmed with troubles never do look back. They know only too well that misfortune follows in their footsteps.”

“The most beautiful of altars, he said, is the soul of an unhappy creature consoled and thankfing God.”