19 Quotes by Linda Berdoll

He suddenly understood that power and pleasure were keenly entwined. One could succumb to such power. It corrupts the foolish and tests the resolute.

Because he has never forgiven himself any fault, he can forgive no one else's.

He remained blind, however when it came to his wife's fitness. This was not because of poor eyesight, but despite it. He saw his dearest, loveliest Elizabeth as he beheld her decades before--- fetching and vigorous.

What is that admonition about not attempting to teach a pig to sing? It wastes your time and annoys the pig.

Expectations placed low enough are rarely disappointed.

What alteration was ever fot the better? Change meant loss.

Pride is a curious thing--- a paradox, really. It makes great fools of some men and saves the honour of others.

Hence he did not confuse manners with morals.

You cannot always have what you want.Sometimes you get what you need.