“Style! style! why, all writers will tell you that it is the very thing which can least of all be changed. A man's style is nearly as much a part of him as his physiognomy, his figure, the throbbing of this pulse,--in short, as any part of his being is at least subjected to the action of the will.”
Quote by Isaac D'Israeli
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Isaac D'Israeli
Isaac D'Israeli was a British writer and critic renowned for his scholarly works and literary criticism. A prominent figure in the literary world of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, his contributions have left a lasting impact on English literature. Born on May 11, 1766, D'Israeli's career spanned several decades, during which he authored numerous books and essays on a variety of subjects. more
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Source: The Way to Wealth and Poor Richard's Almanac