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“That humanity and sincerity which dispose men to resist injustice and tyranny render them unfit to cope with the cunning and power of those who are opposed to them. The friends of liberty trust to the professions of others because they are themselves sincere, and endeavour to secure the public good with the least possible hurt to its enemies, who have no regard to anything but their own unprincipled ends, and stick at nothing to accomplish them.”

Quote by William Hazlitt

Book:Characters of Shakespeare's Plays
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Characters of Shakespeare's Plays

Characters of Shakespeare's Plays delves into the intricate and varied characters created by William Shakespeare, offering a comprehensive analysis of their roles, motivations, and impact on the narrative. The book examines the evolution of these characters across different plays, highlighting their complexities and the depth of Shakespeare's character creation. more

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William Hazlitt
William Hazlitt

William Hazlitt, born on April 10, 1778, was an influential English essayist and literary critic. His works are renowned for their sharp observations and profound insights, which have had a lasting impact on 19th-century British literature. more

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Book:Liber Amoris and Related Writings
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