“If time, like money, could be laid by while one was not using it, there might be some excuse for the idleness of half of the world, but yet not a full one. For even this would be such an economy as the living on a principal sum, without making it purchase interest.”
Quote by Laurence Sterne
Work
The Works of Laurence Sterne ...: With a Life of the Author, Written by Himself ...
This compilation features Sterne's most renowned works, such as 'Tristram Shandy' and 'The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman,' showcasing his unique narrative style and wit. It also includes Sterne's own account of his life and writing process. more
Author
Laurence Sterne
Laurence Sterne, born on November 24, 1713, and died on March 18, 1768, was a prominent English novelist of the 18th century. He is best known for his novel 'Tristram Shandy', which is considered a pioneer of modern fiction and is renowned for its unique narrative style and profound insights into human nature. more
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