“Most people can tire of a lecture in fifteen minutes, clever people can do it in five, and sensible people don't go to lectures at all.”
Quote by Stephen Leacock
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Stephen Leacock
Stephen Leacock was a renowned Canadian writer known for his humor and satire. His works, which extensively covered social commentary and satirical novels, have had a profound impact on later generations. more
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Source: On the Front Line of Life: Stephen Leacock : Memories and Reflections, 1935-1944
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Source: The Complete Works of Oscar Wilde: Novel, Short Stories, Poetry, Essays and Plays