William Dean Howells was an American realist author, literary critic, and playwright. Nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters", he was particularly known for his tenure as editor of the Atlantic Monthly as well as his own prolific writings, including the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day", and the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria.
The action is best that secures the greatest happiness for the greatest number. happiness
Wisdom and goodness are twin-born, one heart must hold both sisters, never seen apart. wisdom
The conqueror is regarded with awe the wise man commands our respect but it is only the benevolent man that wins our affection. respect
There is no language like the Irish for soothing and quieting. 3 other quotes from John Millington Synge
3 other quotes from John Millington Synge
Being Irish, he had an abiding sense of tragedy, which sustained him through temporary periods of joy. 28 views from William Butler Yeats
28 views from William Butler Yeats
Geographically, Ireland is a medium-sized rural island that is slowly but steadily being consumed by sheep. 27 quotes from Dave Barry
27 quotes from Dave Barry
We have always found the Irish a bit odd. They refuse to be English. 74 other views from Winston Churchill
74 other views from Winston Churchill