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William Lyon Phelps was an American author, scholar, and literary critic renowned for his in-depth analysis and commentary on English literature. He is particularly known for his work on British literature, covering a range of authors from Shakespeare to the late 19th century. Phelps's writings have had a profound impact on literary studies and teaching.

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“The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him.”

Life Justice Respect Ethics Tests Finals Live Life Gentleman Fairness No Respect

Author:William Lyon Phelps

“A well-ordered life is like climbing a tower; the view halfway up is better than the view from the base, and it steadily becomes finer as the horizon expands.”

Life Wells Life Is Views Horizon Climbing Towers Halfway Life Is Like New Horizons

Book:A Collection of Classic Essays by William Lyon Phelps - Including 'Happiness', 'Superstition', 'The Great American Game', and Many More

Source: A Collection of Classic Essays by William Lyon Phelps - Including 'Happiness', 'Superstition', 'The Great American Game', and Many More

“The fear of life is the favorite disease of the 20th century.”

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Author:William Lyon Phelps

“I find daily life not always joyous, but always interesting. I have some sad days and nights, but none that are dull. As I advance deeper into the vale of years, I live with constantly increasing gusto and excitement. I am sure it all means something; in the last analysis, I am an optimist because I believe in God. Those who have no faith are quite naturally pessimists and I do not blame them.”

“The belief that youth is the happiest time of life is founded on fallacy. The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts, and we grow happier as we grow older.”

Thinking Life Persons Life Is Belief Grows Interesting Youth Most Interesting Fallacy

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“There is a strange reluctance on the part of most people to admit that they enjoy life.”

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Book:A Collection of Classic Essays by William Lyon Phelps - Including 'Happiness', 'Superstition', 'The Great American Game', and Many More

Source: A Collection of Classic Essays by William Lyon Phelps - Including 'Happiness', 'Superstition', 'The Great American Game', and Many More

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Born: January 2, 1865
Died: August 21, 1943
Known for: Author
Quotes: 53

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