“To be thankful for what we grasp exceeding our proportion is to add hypocrisy to injustice.”
Quote by Charles Lamb
Work
The Works of Charles Lamb: Complete in One Volume. With a Sketch of His Life, by Sir Thomas Noon Talfourd, D.C.L.
The collection encompasses a range of literary works by Charles Lamb, alongside a biographical sketch written by Sir Thomas Noon Talfourd. more
Author
Charles Lamb
Charles Lamb (February 10, 1775 - December 27, 1834) was an English writer known for his essays and literary criticism. Lamb is celebrated for his unique sense of humor and profound insights into everyday life. His most famous works include 'Elias Ward' and 'The Tales of a Grandfather'. more
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