To this principle of vanity, which philosophers call a mean one, and which I do not, I owe a great part of the figure which I have made in life. – Lord Chesterfield
Politeness is as much concerned in answering letters within a reasonable time, as it is in returning a bow, immediately. – Lord Chesterfield
I find, by experience, that the mind and the body are more than married, for they are most intimately united and when one suffers, the other sympathizes. – Lord Chesterfield
Lord Tyrawley and I have been dead these two years, but we dont choose to have it known. – Lord Chesterfield
Having a child makes you strong and gives you chutzpah. It relaxed my attitude to the job my center of focus shifted, which I think is very helpful, because even if youre not a very indulgent actor you spend a lot of time thinking about yourself. I dont think that is particularly healthy. – Imelda Staunton