“The pride of ancestry is a superstructure of the most imposing height, but resting on the most flimsy foundation. It is ridiculous enough to observe the hauteur with which the old nobility look down on the new. The reason of this puzzled me a little, until I began to reflect that most titles are respectable only because they are old; if new, they would be despised, because all those who now admire the grandeur of the stream would see nothing but the impurity of the source.”
Quote by Charles Caleb Colton
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Remarks on the Talents of Lord Byron and the Tendencies of Don Juan
This book provides an in-depth examination of the literary contributions and personal traits of the poet Lord Byron, as well as an exploration of the character Don Juan, examining the influences and inspirations behind both figures. more
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Charles Caleb Colton
Charles Caleb Colton was an English writer active from 1780 to 1832. Known for his humor and wit, he is particularly recognized for his aphorisms and satirical works. more
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