Maxioms by Charles Caleb Colton
Applause is the spur of noble minds, the end and aim of weak
ones.
Applause is the spur of noble minds, the end and aim of weak
ones.
Imitation is the sincerest flattery.
Imitation is the sincerest flattery.
Men are born with two eyes, but with one tongue, in order that they should see twice as much as read more
Men are born with two eyes, but with one tongue, in order that they should see twice as much as they say.
Repartee is perfect when it effects its purpose with a double edge. It is the highest order of wit, as read more
Repartee is perfect when it effects its purpose with a double edge. It is the highest order of wit, as it indicates the coolest yet quickest exercise of genius, at a moment when the passions are roused.
Death is the liberator of him whom freedom cannot release, the physician of him whom medicine cannot cure, and the read more
Death is the liberator of him whom freedom cannot release, the physician of him whom medicine cannot cure, and the comforter of him whom time cannot console.
