“The surest way to make a monkey of a man is to quote him. That remark in itself wouldn’t make any sense if quoted as it stands. The average man ought to be allowed a quotation of no less than three sentences, one to make his statement and two to explain what he meant. Ralph Waldo Emerson was about the only one who could stand having his utterances broken up into sentence quotations, and every once in a while even he doesn’t sound so sensible in short snatches.”
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My Ten Years in a Quandary and How They Grew
This book offers an introspective look into the author's life during a ten-year period marked by confusion and development. It explores the challenges and transformations faced, providing a candid account of personal growth and self-discovery. more
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Robert Benchley
Robert Benchley was an American humorist, writer, and actor, known for his witty humor style and unique satirical techniques. His career spanned theater, film, and radio, and he achieved significant success in the early 20th century. more
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“Yes, one must suffer, even in vain, so as not to have lived in vain.”
“There are sufferings that have lost their memory and do not remember why they are suffering.”
“I would ask something more of this world, if it had something more.”
“I would go to heaven, but I would take my hell; I would not go alone.”