“Hypocrisy is the necessary burden of villainy, affectation part of the chosen trappings of folly; the one completes a villain, the other only finishes a fop.”
Book:Life and Writings
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
Life and Writings
This book offers an in-depth look into the life and works of a notable author, featuring a selection of their writings and insights into their personal experiences and influences. more
Author
Samuel Johnson
Samuel Johnson was an English writer, poet, and lexicographer, renowned for his comprehensive English dictionary, 'A Dictionary of the English Language', published in 1755. His distinctive writing style and wit have cemented his place as a significant figure in the history of English literature. more
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