“The mind of man is like a clock that is always running down, and requires to be constantly wound up.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
Work
Men and manners: sketches and essays
This work delves into various aspects of male behavior and societal norms, offering insights into the complexities of human interaction and social conduct. 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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Source: Characteristics: in the manner of Rochefoucault's Maxims [by W. Hazlitt].