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“The belief that youth is the happiest time of life is founded on fallacy. The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts, and we grow happier as we grow older.”

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William Lyon Phelps
William Lyon Phelps

William Lyon Phelps was an American author, scholar, and literary critic renowned for his in-depth analysis and commentary on English literature. He is particularly known for his work on British literature, covering a range of authors from Shakespeare to the late 19th century. Phelps's writings have had a profound impact on literary studies and teaching. more

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