“The confined air of a metropolis is hurtful to the minds and bodies of those who have never lived out of it. It is impure, stagnant--without breathing-space to allow a larger view of ourselves or others--and gives birth to a puny, sickly, unwholesome, and degenerate race of beings.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
Work
The Round Table. A collection of Essays ... By W. H. and Leigh Hunt
The Round Table is a compilation of essays written by W. H. and Leigh Hunt, exploring various themes and ideas. The essays are a testament to the authors' intellectual pursuits and literary style. more
Author
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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