Quotes by

William Wycherley

A mistress should be like a little country retreat near the town, not to dwell in constantly, but only for a night and away. – William Wycherley

I have heard people eat most heartily of another mans meat, that is, what they do not pay for. – William Wycherley

Good fellowship and friendship are lasting, rational and manly pleasures. – William Wycherley

Hunger, revenge, to sleep are petty foes, But only death the jealous eyes can close. – William Wycherley

Wit is more necessary than beauty and I think no young woman ugly that has it, and no handsome woman agreeable without it. – William Wycherley

For your own sake you should give her a new gown; for variety of dresses rouses desire, and makes an old mistress seem every day a new one. – William Wycherley