“The wise thing is for us diligently to train ourselves to lie thoughtfully, judiciously; to lie with a good object, and not an evil one; to lie for others' advantage, and not our own; to lie healingly, charitably, humanely, not cruelly, hurtfully, maliciously; to lie gracefully and graciously, not awkwardly and clumsily; to lie firmly, frankly, squarely, with head erect, not haltingly, tortuously, with pusillanimous mien, as being ashamed of our high calling.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
The Complete Works of Mark Twain: All 13 Novels, Short Stories, Poetry and Essays
This collection offers a comprehensive compilation of Mark Twain's works, encompassing his renowned novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', alongside his shorter stories, poetry, and essays. It provides readers with a comprehensive view of Twain's wit, social commentary, and storytelling abilities. more
Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a renowned American author and humorist in the 19th century. His works are characterized by humor, satire, and profound social insight, with notable novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. more
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