“It is certain that there is no other passion which does produce such contrary effects in so great a degree. But this may be said for love, that if you strike it out of the soul, life would be insipid, and our being but half animated.”
Quote by Joseph Addison
Work
Essays, Moral and Humorous: Also Essays on Imagination and Taste
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into various moral and humorous themes. It also includes reflections on the nature of imagination and aesthetic appreciation. more
Author
Joseph Addison
Joseph Addison, born on May 1, 1672, and died on June 17, 1719, was an influential English essayist, dramatist, and poet. He is known for his elegant prose style and his co-authorship of the magazine 'The Spectator' with Richard Steele. more
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