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Thomas Love Peacock, born on October 18, 1785, and died on January 23, 1866, was a prominent 19th-century British novelist and satirical writer. Known for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into social phenomena, his works have left a lasting impact on readers.

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Famous Thomas Love Peacock Quotes

“They have poisoned the Thames and killed the fish in the river. A little further development of the same wisdom and science will complete the poisoning of the air, and kill the dwellers on the banks. I almost think it is the destiny of science to exterminate the human race.”

Thinking Humans Littles Science Race Destiny Air Development Rivers Scientist Environmental Fishes Human Race Pollution Poisoning Dwellers Thames

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“The present is our own; but while we speak, We cease from its possession, and resign The stage we tread on, to another race, As vain, and gay, and mortal as ourselves.”

Time Speak Race Stage Gay Possession Cease Mortals Vain

Book:The Works of Thomas Love Peacock: Poems and plays. 1931

Source: The Works of Thomas Love Peacock: Poems and plays. 1931

“I almost think it is the ultimate destiny of science to exterminate the human race.”

Thinking Love Humans Race Destiny Ultimate Human Race

Book:Gryll grange, by the author of 'Headlong hall'.

Source: Gryll grange, by the author of 'Headlong hall'.

About the Author

Born: October 18, 1785
Died: January 23, 1866
Known for: Novelist
Quotes: 39

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The Works of Thomas Love Peacock: Including His Novels, Poems, Fugitive Pieces, Criticisms, EtcRelated source material

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