“We are the creatures of imagination, passion, and self-will, more than of reason or even of self-interest. Even in the common transactions and daily intercourse of life, we are governed by whim, caprice, prejudice, or accident. The falling of a teacup puts us out of temper for the day; and a quarrel that commenced about the pattern of a gown may end only with our lives.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
Work
The Collected Works of William Hazlitt: Fugitive writings
This compilation includes a diverse range of Hazlitt's fugitive writings, showcasing his insightful observations on literature, art, and society during the Romantic era. 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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