An elegant writer has observed, that wit may do very well f… - Charles Caleb Colton

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An elegant writer has observed, that wit may do very well for a mistress, but that he should prefer reason for a wife.

Charles Caleb Colton

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Charles Caleb Colton (baptized 11 December 1777 - 28 April 1832) was a British author, clergyman, and art collector.

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Alternative Names: Charles Colton • Çarez Kaleb Kolton • C. C. Colton

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That author, however, who has thought more than he has read, read more than he has written, and written more than he published, if he does not command success, has at least deserved it.

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An elegant writer has observed, that wit may do very well for a mistress, but that he should prefer reason for a wife. - Charles Caleb Colton

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