“Popularity disarms envy in well-disposed minds. Those are ever the most ready to do justice to others who feel that the world has done them justice. When success has not this effect in opening the mind, it is a sign that it has been ill deserved.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
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Characteristics: In the Manner of Rochefoucault's Maxims
This book is a compilation of concise, insightful statements that reflect the wit and philosophical depth characteristic of Rochefoucault's own maxims, offering readers a glimpse into the author's thought process and moral philosophy. 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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