“A man advanced in years that thinks fit to look back on his former life, and calls that only life which was passed with satisfaction and enjoyment, excluding all parts which were not pleasant to him, will find himself very young, if not in infancy.”
The Spectator is a renowned publication known for its insightful essays and social commentary. It was established in the 18th century and has since become a significant part of English literature, offering readers a glimpse into the cultural and intellectual climate of its time. more
Richard Steele was an influential British writer of the 18th century, known for his contributions to drama, literature, and public life. He passed away on September 1, 1729. Steele is celebrated for his role in founding 'The Spectator', a significant platform for literary and public discourse of his time. more
“Young men think old men are fools, but old men know young men are fools.”
“The youth of an art is, like the youth of anything else, its most interesting period.”
“No woman is capable of being beautiful who is not incapable of being false.”
“Some men have only one book in them, others a library.”
“The opposite of bravery is not cowardice but conformity.”
“All bravery stands upon comparisons.”