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| William Howells Quotes | No. | Quotation | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The conqueror is regarded with awe; the wise man commands our respect; but it is only the benevolent man that wins our affection. | Benevolence |
| 2 | The disposition to give a cup of cold water to a disciple, is a far nobler property than the finest intellect. | Benevolence |
| 3 | Her mouth is a honey-blossom, no doubt, as the poet sings; but within her lips, the petals, lurks a cruel bee that stings. | Scandal |
| 4 | What the American public wants in the theater is a tragedy with a happy ending. | Tragedy |
| 5 | It is the still small voice that the soul heeds; not the deafening blasts of doom. | Voice |
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