Mary Astell quotes - page 3

Upon the principles of reason, the good of many is preferable to the good of a few or of one; a lasting good is to be preferred before a temporary, the public before the private. (Mary Astell)
If none were to Marry, but Men of strict Vertue and Honour, I doubt the World would be but thinly peopled. View quote
Mary Astell
. . . he who only or chiefly chose for Beauty, will in a little Time find the same Reason for another Choice. View quote
Mary Astell

Mary Astell

Occupation: English Writer
Born: November 12, 1666
Died: May 11, 1731
Quotes count: 53
Wikipedia: Mary Astell

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