The one is a man of Genius, the other is a man of Virtue.

It is ridiculous to say, 'I will be a man of Genius;' it is honest to say, 'I will be a man of Virtue.' Which of these depends upon ourselves?
Which can we accomplish by our will?
To be Genius?
No.

To be Probity?
Yes.

The attainment of Genius is not possible; the attainment of Probity is a possibility.

And what could I revive of Napoleon?
One sole thing--a crime.