Quotes by Thackeray, William M.

'Tis not the dying for a faith that's so hard... 'Tis the living up to >>

Good humor is one of the best articles of dress one can wear in societ >>

I would rather make my name than inherit it. >>

Quotations about Scandal

An event has happened, upon which it is difficult to speak, and imposs >>

In the case of scandal, as in that of robbery, the receiver is always >>

Scandal is an importunate wasp, against which we must make no movement >>

Certain it is that scandal is good brisk talk, whereas praise of one's neighbor is by no means lively hearing. An acquaintance grilled, scored, devilled, and served with mustard and cayenne pepper excites the appetite; whereas a slice of cold friend with currant jelly is but a sickly, unrelishing meat.

Thackeray, William M.