“Magnanimous people have no vanity, they have no jealousy, and they feed on the true and the solid wherever they find it. And, what is more, they find it everywhere.”
Quote by Van Wyck Brooks
Work
Opinions of Oliver Allston
This book delves into the introspective world of Oliver Allston, offering readers a glimpse into his personal opinions and the complexities of his life. more
Author
Van Wyck Brooks
Van Wyck Brooks was a prominent American literary critic and historian, recognized for his substantial contributions to the study of American literary history. He is particularly known for his studies on the New England transcendentalists and the American Renaissance. Brooks's writing was marked by its intellectual depth and its ability to engage with both literary and historical issues. more
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