“Wit makes its own welcome, and levels all distinction. No dignity, no learning, no force of character, can make any stand against good wit. It is like ice, on which no beauty of form, no majesty of carriage, can plead any immunity; they must walk gingerly, according to the laws of ice, or down they must go, dignity and all.”
Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
Work
Collected Works of Ralph Waldo Emerson, Volume VIII: Letters and Social Aims
The book includes Emerson's correspondence and essays that delve into themes of social reform, individualism, and the role of the individual in society. It offers insights into Emerson's thoughts on education, democracy, and the importance of self-reliance. more
Author
Ralph Waldo Emerson
American essayist, poet, and philosopher. Born on May 25, 1803, and died on April 27, 1882. Known for his transcendentalist philosophy, his works have had a profound impact on literature and the intellectual world. more
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