“The worse of ingratitude lies not in the ossified heart of him who commits it, but we find it in the effect it produces on him against whom it was committed.”
Quote by Walter Savage Landor
Work
The works of Walter Savage Landor [ed. by J. Forster].
This volume includes a selection of poems, essays, and letters by Landor, showcasing his literary contributions and thought during the Victorian era. more
Author
Walter Savage Landor
Walter Savage Landor was an English writer known for his poetry and prose. His works are renowned for their wit, satire, and profound philosophical insights, which have had a lasting impact on literature. more
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