“I know a lady that loves to talk so incessantly, she won't give an echo fair play; she has that everlasting rotation of tongue that an echo must wait till she dies before it can catch her last words!”
Quote by William Congreve
Work
Dramatic Works with Biographical and Critical Notices by Leigh Hunt. - London, Moxon 1840
This book is a compilation of various dramatic pieces authored by Leigh Hunt, a prominent figure in English literature. It includes detailed biographical and critical insights into Hunt's works, offering readers an in-depth understanding of his writing and the context in which it was produced. The publication, released in 1840, was handled by Moxon in London. more
Author
William Congreve
William Congreve, born on January 24, 1670, and died on January 19, 1729, was a renowned English playwright. His works are known for their witty dialogue and complex emotional descriptions, making him one of the most representative figures of English drama in the 18th century. more
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