“To know ourselves, is agreed by all to be the most useful Learning; the first Lessons, therefore, given us ought to be on that Subject.”
Quote by Eliza Haywood
Work
Selections from The Female Spectator
This compilation features a diverse range of perspectives and insights from female writers, exploring topics such as the role of women in society, the nature of virtue, and the appreciation of literature. more
Author
Eliza Haywood
Eliza Haywood was an English writer known for her contributions to the early novel. Born in 1693, she was a prominent figure in the literary world of her time. Haywood's works often explored themes of social satire and women's rights, making her a notable figure in the history of literature. more
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Source: Selections from The Female Spectator
“I don't think of myself as being funny. But life takes strange turns.”
“Money is like manure; it’s not worth a thing unless it’s spread around.”
“When I was 40, I used to wonder what people thought of me. Now I wonder what I think of them.”
“If you love to read, if you love nature and if you have a dog, you've got it made.”
“As well consult a butcher on the value of vegetarianism as a doctor on the worth of vaccination.”
“All evolution in thought and conduct must at first appear as heresy and misconduct.”
Source: George Bernard Shaw: The Collected Plays (Illustrated): 60 plays including Caesar and Cleopatra, Pygmalion, Saint Joan, The Apple Cart, Cymbeline, Androcles And The Lion, The Man Of Destiny, The Inca Of Perusalem and Macbeth Skit