If I were rich, I should be a generous and good man; I know I should.

So would many another poor fellow whose worst features come out under hardship.

This isn't a heroic type; of course not.

I am a civilised man, that's all.' Marian could say nothing.
'You wonder why I am so impertinent as to talk about myself like this.
I have gone through a good deal of mental pain these last few weeks, and somehow I can't help showing you something of my real thoughts.

Just because you are one of the few people I regard with sincere respect.
I don't know you very well, but quite well enough to respect you.