“Goodness does not more certainly make men happy than happiness makes them good.”
Quote by Walter Savage Landor
Work
Imaginary Conversations of Literary Men and Statesmen
This book presents a series of imagined conversations between notable literary figures and political leaders, exploring their thoughts and ideas on various subjects. The dialogues are crafted to reflect the intellectual and cultural context of their respective times. more
Author
Walter Savage Landor
Walter Savage Landor was an English writer known for his poetry and prose. His works are renowned for their wit, satire, and profound philosophical insights, which have had a lasting impact on literature. more
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