Hint at the existence of wickedness in a light, easy, and agreeable manner, so that nobody’s fine feelings may be offended.
WILLIAM MAKEPEACE THACKERAY
WILLIAM MAKEPEACE THACKERAY
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William Makepeace Thackeray90 quotes“Hint at the existence of wickedness in a light, easy, and agreeable manner, so that nobody’s fine feelings may be offended.”
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