Most men make it their business to imitate him, hoping to become rich and idle on the same terms.

Therefore I turn my back on them.

I cannot sit at their feasts knowing how much they cost in human misery, and seeing how little they produce of human happiness.

What is your opinion, my treasure ?" Henrietta seemed a little troubled.

She smiled faintly, and said caressingly, "It was not your fault, Sidney.