“If a man has a right to be proud of anything, it is of a good action done as it ought to be, without any base interest lurking at the bottom of it.”
Quote by Laurence Sterne
Work
The Beauties of Sterne: Containing All His Pathetic Tales, His Humorous Descriptions, His Most Distinguished Observations on Life, and a Copious Selection from His Sermons ...
This book is a compilation of Sterne's literary contributions, showcasing his versatility in writing. It includes his famous tales, humorous narratives, profound reflections on human existence, and extracts from his religious sermons, providing a diverse and rich insight into his writing style and themes. more
Author
Laurence Sterne
Laurence Sterne, born on November 24, 1713, and died on March 18, 1768, was a prominent English novelist of the 18th century. He is best known for his novel 'Tristram Shandy', which is considered a pioneer of modern fiction and is renowned for its unique narrative style and profound insights into human nature. more
You May Also Like
“The chaste mind, like a polished plane, may admit foul thoughts, without receiving their tincture.”
Source: The Works of Laurence Sterne, A. M.: A sentimental journey through France and Italy. The Koran: or, The life, character and sentiments of Tria Juncta in Uno. A political romance
Source: The life and opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman
“Patience cannot remove, but it can always dignify and alleviate, misfortune.”
Source: The Works of Laurence Sterne: With a Life of the Author
Source: A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy: And, Continuation of the Bramine's Journal : with Related Texts
Source: The Works of Laurence Sterne: Containing The Life and Opinions of Tristan Shandy ... [etc.] ; with a Life of the Author Written by Himself
Source: The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy: Gentleman & A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy
“The way to fame, is like the way to heaven,--through much tribulation.”
Source: The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman. And A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy ... With Life of the Author by Sir Walter Scott, Portrait, and Outline Wood Engravings After Thomas Stothard
Source: The Works ...: With a Life of the Author
“A man who attempts to read all the new productions must do as the flea does,--skip.”