Whatever is worth doing at all, is worth doing well.

Letter, March 10, 1746.

I knew once a very covetous, sordid fellow,[352:3] who used to say, "Take care of the pence, for the pounds will take care of themselves."

Letter, Nov. 6, 1747.

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Sacrifice to the Graces.[353:1]

Letter, March 9, 1748.

Manners must adorn knowledge, and smooth its way through the world. Like a great rough diamond, it may do very well in a closet by way of curiosity, and also for its intrinsic value.

Letter, July 1, 1748.

Style is the dress of thoughts.