“Humour is the describing the ludicrous as it is in itself; wit is the exposing it, by comparing or contrasting it with something else. Humour is, as it were, the growth of nature and accident; wit is the product of art and fancy.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
Work
Lectures on the English Comic Writers
The text delves into the history and styles of English comic literature, providing insights into the authors and their contributions to the genre. more
Author
William Hazlitt
William Hazlitt, born on April 10, 1778, was an influential English essayist and literary critic. His works are renowned for their sharp observations and profound insights, which have had a lasting impact on 19th-century British literature. more
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