Maxioms by William D. Howells
What the American public wants in the theater is a tragedy with a happy ending.
What the American public wants in the theater is a tragedy with a happy ending.
It is the still small voice that the soul heeds; not the deafening blasts of doom.
It is the still small voice that the soul heeds; not the deafening blasts of doom.
Her mouth is a honey-blossom, No doubt, as the poet sings; But within her lips, the petals, Lurks read more
Her mouth is a honey-blossom, No doubt, as the poet sings; But within her lips, the petals, Lurks a cruel bee that stings.
