“He who sports compliments, unless he takes good aim, may miss his mark, and be wounded by the recoil of his own weapon.”
Quote by Thomas Chandler Haliburton
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Thomas Chandler Haliburton
Thomas Chandler Haliburton, born on December 17, 1796 and died on August 27, 1865, was a Canadian politician, writer, and diplomat. He is known for his humorous writing style and diplomatic skills, serving as Canada's ambassador to the United Kingdom and making significant contributions to Canadian politics and literature. more
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