“The way to procure insults is to submit to them. A man meets with no more respect than he exacts.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
Work
Characteristics: in the manner of Rochefoucault's Maxims [by W. Hazlitt].
This book is a compilation of concise, thought-provoking statements that delve into various aspects of human nature, ethics, and social behavior, reflecting the author's engagement with the works of Rochefoucault. 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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