Quote by Lord Chesterfield
I am convinced that a light supper, a good nights sleep, and a fin

I am convinced that a light supper, a good nights sleep, and a fine morning, have sometimes made a hero of the same man, who, by an indigestion, a restless night, and rainy morning, would have proved a coward. – Lord Chesterfield

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Wit is so shining a quality that everybody admires it most people aim at it, all people fear it, and few love it unless in themselves. A man must have a good share of wit himself to endure a great share of it in another. – Lord Chesterfield

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A constant smirk upon the face, and a whiffing activity of the body, are strong indications of futility. – Lord Chesterfield

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True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others, at whatever cost. – Arthur Ashe

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