“Of all hostile feelings, envy is perhaps the hardest to be subdued, because hardly any one owns it even to himself, but looks out for one pretext after another to justify his hostility.”
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Elements of Rhetoric: Comprising an Analysis of the Laws of Moral Evidence and of Persuasion : with Rules for Argumentative Composition and Elocution
This book delves into the foundational aspects of rhetoric, examining the laws that govern moral evidence and persuasive communication. It provides detailed insights into the construction of argumentative compositions and the art of eloquent speech. more
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Richard Whately
Richard Whately, a renowned British economist, was born on February 1, 1787, and passed away on October 8, 1863. He is known for his contributions to political economy and moral philosophy. more
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“As the flower is before the fruit, so is faith before good works.”
Source: Thoughts and Apophthegms: From the Writings of Archbishop Whateley
Source: Thoughts and Apophthegms: From the Writings of Archbishop Whateley
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Source: Thoughts and Apophthegms: From the Writings of Archbishop Whateley
Source: Thoughts and Apophthegms: From the Writings of Archbishop Whateley