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- The only solid and lasting peace between a man and his wife is, doubtless, a separation. — Lord Chesterfield
- Patience is the most necessary quality for business, many a man would rather you heard his story than grant his request. — Lord Chesterfield
- In seeking wisdom thou art wise; in imagining that thou hast attained it - thou art a fool. — Lord Chesterfield
- Men, as well as women, are much oftener led by their hearts than by their understandings. — Lord Chesterfield
- Swift speedy time, feathered with flying hours, Dissolves the beauty of the fairest brow. — Lord Chesterfield
- If you can once engage people's pride, love, pity, ambition on your side, you need not fear what their reason can do against you. — Lord Chesterfield