Man, wonderful man, must collapse, into nature's cauldron, he is no deity, he is no exception.

Worms have played a more important part in the history of the world than humans would at first suppose.

Man in his arrogance thinks himself a great work.

Blushing is the most peculiar and most human of all expressions.

Man in his arrogance thinks himself a great work, worthy of the interposition of a deity. More humble, and I believe truer, to consider him created from animals.

Farewell Australia! You ... are too great and ambitious for affection, yet not great enough for respect. I leave your shores without sorrow or regret.