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Oscar Wilde

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Oscar Wilde

(1854–1900) · Irish Playwright

Irish poet and playwright

America is the only country that went from barbarism to decadence without civilization in between.
I sometimes think that God in creating man somewhat overestimated his ability.
I have a dining room done in different shades of white, with white cushions embroidered in yellow silk: the effect is absolutely delightful and the room beautiful.
Who, being loved, is poor?
Do you really think it is weakness that yields to temptation? I tell you that there are terrible temptations which it requires strength, strength and courage to yield to.
I find it harder and harder every day to live up to my blue china.
To expect the unexpected shows a thoroughly modern intellect.
Education is an admirable thing, but it is well to remember from time to time that nothing that is worth knowing can be taught.
I can resist everything except temptation.
The only thing to do with good advice is to pass it on. It is never of any use to oneself.

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