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George Farquhar, born in Ireland in 1677, was an outstanding British dramatist. His works are known for their wit and sharp social insight, having a profound impact on the world of theater.

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Famous George Farquhar Quotes

“Tis the greatest misfortune in nature for a woman to want a confidant.”

Want Women Misfortunes Confidant

Book:Dramatic Works with Biographical and Critical Notices by Leigh Hunt. - London, Moxon 1840

Source: Dramatic Works with Biographical and Critical Notices by Leigh Hunt. - London, Moxon 1840

“Our sex still strikes an awe upon the brave, And only cowards dare affront a woman.”

Stills Sex Women Brave Dare Strikes Awe Coward Affront

Book:The Constant Couple, Or, a Trip to the Jubilee: A Comedy, as it is Acted at the Theatre-Royal at Drury-Lane, by His Majesty's Servants

Source: The Constant Couple, Or, a Trip to the Jubilee: A Comedy, as it is Acted at the Theatre-Royal at Drury-Lane, by His Majesty's Servants

“How a little love and good company improves a woman.”

Littles Women Company Good Company Little Love

Book:A Collection of the Best English Plays, Chosen Out of All the Best Authors..: Vol. XIII.

Source: A Collection of the Best English Plays, Chosen Out of All the Best Authors..: Vol. XIII.

“Observe this, that tho a woman swear, forswear, lie, dissemble, back-bite, be proud, vain, malicious, anything, if she secures the main chance, she's still virtuous; that's a maxim.”

Ifs Stills Lying Women Chance Proud Vain Bites Virtuous Swear Be Proud Maxims Malicious

Book:A Select Collection of the Best Modern English Plays: Vol. V.

Source: A Select Collection of the Best Modern English Plays: Vol. V.