“I've known countless people who were reservoirs of learning, yet never had a thought.”
Quote by Wilson Mizner
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Debauched Proverbs and Other Miznerisms of Addison Mizner and Wilson Mizner
This volume gathers the pithy, sardonic, and sometimes scandalous aphorisms and one-liners popularly associated with Addison Mizner, the celebrated architect of Palm Beach, and his younger brother Wilson Mizner, a playwright, gambler, and raconteur. The book presents a selection of their so-called 'Miznerisms'—clever, often debauched proverbs that reflect the brothers' cynical worldview and their disdain for conventional morality. The content offers a glimpse into the wit and irreverence of two colorful figures from early 20th-century American high society and the entertainment world, capturing their distinctive blend of humor and worldly wisdom. more
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Wilson Mizner
Wilson Mizner was an American playwright born on May 19, 1876, and died on April 3, 1933. Known for his witty and humorous scripts and character creation, he was an important figure in the American theater scene in the early 20th century. more
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