“Silence is one great art of conversation. He is not a fool who knows when to hold his tongue; and a person may gain credit for sense, eloquence, wit, who merely says nothing to lessen the opinion which others have of these qualities in themselves.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
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Delphi Collected Works of William Hazlitt (Illustrated)
This illustrated volume includes a selection of essays, reviews, and literary criticism by the 19th-century English writer William Hazlitt. The collection showcases his wit, insight, and influence on English literature. more
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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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Source: Delphi Collected Works of William Hazlitt (Illustrated)
Source: Delphi Collected Works of William Hazlitt (Illustrated)
Source: Delphi Collected Works of William Hazlitt (Illustrated)
Source: Delphi Collected Works of William Hazlitt (Illustrated)