“As I passed along the side walls of Westminster Abbey, I hardly saw any thing but marble monuments of great admirals, but which were all too much loaded with finery and ornaments, to make on me at least, the intended impression.”
Quote by Karl Philipp Moritz
Work
Travels in England in 1782
This book offers a firsthand account of the author's exploration of England during the late 18th century, capturing the social, cultural, and geographical aspects of the time. more
Author
Karl Philipp Moritz
Karl Philipp Moritz was a German author known for his profound philosophical thoughts and literary works. His writings covered various fields such as ethics, psychology, and moral philosophy, and had a significant impact on later generations. more
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