the right line of conduct is the same for both sexes, though the manner in which it is pursued, may somewhat vary, and be accommodated to the strength or weakness of the different travelers. — Fanny Burney Copy Share Image
To despise riches, may, indeed, be philosophic, but to dispense them worthily, must surely be more beneficial to mankind. — Fanny Burney Copy Share
Imagination took the reins, and reason, slow-paced, though sure-footed, was unequal to a race with so eccentric and flighty a companion. — Fanny Burney Copy Share
the mind naturally accommodates itself, even to the most ridiculous improprieties, if they occur frequently. — Fanny Burney Copy Share
“Young, animated, entirely off your guard, and thoughtless of consequences, Imagination took the reins; and Reason, slow-paced, though sure-footed, was unequal to the race… — Fanny Burney Copy Share
the right line of conduct is the same for both sexes, though the manner in which it is pursued, may somewhat vary, and be… — Fanny Burney Copy Share
“Generosity without delicacy, like wit without judgment, generally gives as much pain as pleasure. The” — Fanny Burney Copy Share
Far from having taken any positive step, I have not yet even fommed any resolution. — Fanny Burney Copy Share
I never pretend to be so superior a being as to be above having and indulging a hobby horse [her journal writing], and while… — Fanny Burney Copy Share
The laws of custom make our [returning a visit] necessary. O how I hate this vile custom which obliges us to make slaves of… — Fanny Burney Copy Share
“Mock you!" repeated he earnestly, "no I revere you! I esteem and I admire you above all human beings! you are the friend to… — Fanny Burney Copy Share
“Their regard may be mutually useful, since much is to be expected from emulation where nothing is to be feared from envy. I” — Fanny Burney Copy Share
Well of all things in the world, I don't suppose anything can be so dreadful as a public wedding--my stars!--I should never be able… — Fanny Burney Copy Share
