“There are only three pleasures in life pure and lasting, and all derived from inanimate things-books, pictures and the face of nature.”
Quote by William Hazlitt
Work
Sketches of the Principal Picture-galleries in England, with a Criticism on
This book offers detailed sketches and critical evaluations of various prominent picture galleries in England, providing readers with an insight into the art and architecture of these institutions. 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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