“Nothing is more curious than the almost savage hostility that Humour excites in those who lack it.”
Quote by George Saintsbury
Work
A Last Vintage: Essays and Papers
This book is a compilation of essays and scholarly papers that delve into a range of subjects, offering readers a diverse exploration of ideas and perspectives. more
Author
George Saintsbury
George Saintsbury was an influential British writer, literary critic, and historian. His works spanned across various fields including literary criticism, historical research, and biography, having a profound impact on 19th-century British literature. more
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