Maxioms by Jonathan Swift
The stoical scheme of supplying our wants by lopping off our desires, is like cutting off our feet when we read more
The stoical scheme of supplying our wants by lopping off our desires, is like cutting off our feet when we want shoes.
The rolling fictions grow in strength and size,
Each author adding to the former lies.
The rolling fictions grow in strength and size,
Each author adding to the former lies.
We are limited, not by our abilities, but by our vision.
We are limited, not by our abilities, but by our vision.
A favour is half granted, when graciously refused.
A favour is half granted, when graciously refused.
Convey a libel in a frown.
And wink a reputation down!
Convey a libel in a frown.
And wink a reputation down!
