2895. It is a common idea that the art of writing and the art of conversation are one; this is a great mistake. A man of genius may be a very dull talker.
2896. The two grand modes of making your conversation interesting, are to enliven it by recitals calculated to affect and impress your hearers, and to intersperse it with anecdotes and smart things.
2897. It follows that all matter of offense in conversation should be avoided. The self-love of others is to be respected.
2898. Therefore, no one is tolerated who makes himself the subject of his own commendation, nor who disregards the feelings of those whom he addresses.
2899. There is as much demand for politeness and civility in conversation as in any other department of social intercourse.