“It is just this rage for consideration that has betrayed the dog into his satellite position as the friend of man. The cat, an animal of franker appetites, preserves his independence. But the dog, with one eye ever on the audience, has been wheedled into slavery, and praised and patted into the renunciation of his nature. Once he ceased hunting and became man's plate-licker, the Rubicon was crossed. Thenceforth he was a gentleman of leisure; and except the few whom we keep working, the whole race grew more and more self-conscious, mannered and affected.”
Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
Work
Memories and Portraits: Stevenson's Vol. 21
In this volume, Robert Louis Stevenson offers a series of personal essays and sketches that delve into the complexities of human nature, society, and the author's own experiences. The collection provides a glimpse into Stevenson's thought process and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects through vivid imagery and thoughtful prose. more
Author
Robert Louis Stevenson
Robert Louis Stevenson was a 19th-century Scottish novelist, poet, travel writer, and essayist. His works are characterized by adventure and romance, with his most famous novels being 'Treasure Island' and 'The Adventure of the Treasure Island'. Stevenson's works have been beloved by readers and have had a profound impact on literature. more
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