“When [wines] were good they pleased my sense, cheered my spirits, improved my moral and intellectual powers, besides enabling me to confer the same benefits on other people. (Notes on a Cellar Book)”
Quote by George Saintsbury
Work
Notes on a Cellar-Book
This work is a contemplative examination of the role of books in society and the personal experience of reading. It explores the significance of literature and the written word, offering insights into the author's perspective on the art of storytelling and the power of knowledge. more
Author
George Saintsbury
George Saintsbury was an influential British writer, literary critic, and historian. His works spanned across various fields including literary criticism, historical research, and biography, having a profound impact on 19th-century British literature. more
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