"On Manner," The Round Table (1817) - Hazlitt, William

More undertakings fail for want of spirit than for want of sense. Confidence gives a fool the advantage over a wise man.

William Hazlitt (1778-1830) English writer
“On Manner,” The Round Table (1817)
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Added on 31-Jul-23 | Last updated 31-Jul-23
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