Quote by Samuel Butler
Men are seldom more commonplace than on supreme occasions. - Samue

Men are seldom more commonplace than on supreme occasions. – Samuel Butler

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They say the test of literary power is whether a man can write an inscription. I say, Can he name a kitten? – Samuel Butler

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Bore — a person who talks when you wish him to listen. – Ambrose Bierce

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People who have nothing to do are quickly tired of their own company. – Jeremy Collier

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