Occupation: Novelist Birth: 1762 Death: March 2, 1824
the heart that is truly virtuous is ever inclined to pity and forgive the errors of its fellow-creatures..
While discretion points out the impropriety of my conduct, inclination urges me on to ruin..
The very basis of true peace of mind is a benevolent wish to see all the world as happy as one's self..
Tis emblematic, the rose of youth and health soon fades when watered by the tear of affliction..