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Wednesday March 12th, 2025

William Lyon Phelps Author

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United States
  • Born: Jan 2, 1865
  • Died: Aug 21, 1943

William Lyon Phelps was an American author, critic and scholar. He taught the first American university course on the modern novel. He was a well-known speaker who drew large crowds. He had a radio show, wrote a daily syndicated newspaper column, lectured frequently, and published numerous popular books and articles.

A student never forgets an encouraging private word, when it is given with sincere respect and admiration. respect

The fear of life is the favorite disease of the 20th century. fear & life

Nature makes boys and girls lovely to look upon so they can be tolerated until they acquire some sense. nature

The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him. respect

This is the final test of a gentleman: his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him. respect

If at first you don't succeed, find out if the loser gets anything. being funny

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