“Man is a gaming animal.”
Book:Essays of Elia
Quote by Charles Lamb
Work
Essays of Elia
Charles Lamb's Essays of Elia is a compilation of his personal reflections and observations on a wide range of topics, showcasing his wit and insight into human nature and society. more
Author
Charles Lamb
Charles Lamb (February 10, 1775 - December 27, 1834) was an English writer known for his essays and literary criticism. Lamb is celebrated for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into everyday life. His most famous works include 'Elias Ward' and 'The Tales of a Grandfather'. more
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Source: THE ESSAYS OF ELIA.
“I never knew an enemy to puns who was not an ill-natured man.”
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“There are like to be short graces where the devil plays host.”
“We encourage one another in mediocrity.”
Source: Letters
“Success is a journey, not a destination. The doing is often more important than the outcome.”
“Tears shed for self are tears of weakness, but tears shed for others are a sign of strength.”
Source: Unto the Hills: A Daily Devotional
Source: Eliana: Being the Hitherto Uncollected Writings of Charles Lamb
“To be thankful for what we grasp exceeding our proportion is to add hypocrisy to injustice.”
Source: The Works of Charles Lamb: Complete in One Volume. With a Sketch of His Life, by Sir Thomas Noon Talfourd, D.C.L.