Book: The Duchess de langeais

First of all, the number of officers there was more limited than in other units; then, the liberal, almost Republican mood among gunners, fears that have been instilled in the Emperor bringing people educated and accustomed to think - all this prevented most of them have a military career. Therefore, contrary to the usual order, the officers often received the rank of General not because he was the most outstanding in the army, but because of their limitations made them safe.

Often, on returning home, she recalled with a glow of shame how they laughed over the details of some indiscreet history, developing the theory of love is absolutely unknown to her - or discussing the subtle distinctions of modern passion, which explained the warning to her companion hypocritical: after all, a woman much more likely to corrupt the intimate conversations with friends than men.

If the insult inflicted publicly, the woman willingly forgets it, her pleasure overwhelm you with generosity, to show women's gentleness and mercy; but a hidden resentment, a woman will never forgive, because can not stand the mystery no meanness, nor in virtue, nor in love.

Strong the troubles of life heal from minor fears.

Perfect beauty, the most exquisite appearance are worth nothing, when no one admires; only lovers, only flattery and praise prove its power. What price has the power, if you don't know about it?