Oliver Goldsmith Quotes about Flattery

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For praise too dearly lov'd, or warmly sought, Enfeebles all internal strength of thought; And the weak soul within itself unblest, Leans for all pleasure on another's breast.

For praise too dearly lov'd, or warmly sought, Enfeebles all internal strength of thought; And the weak soul within itself unblest, Leans for all pleasure on another's breast.

Oliver Goldsmith

Soul, Flattery, Praise

Oliver Goldsmith (1824). “Essays, poems and plays”, p.141

Of praise a mere glutton, he swallow'd what came, And the puff a dunce, he mistook it for fame; Till his relish grown callous, almost to displease, Who pepper'd the highest was surest to please.

Oliver Goldsmith

Puff, Peppers, Flattery

Oliver Goldsmith (1839). “Poetical Works”, p.145

Oliver Goldsmith Quotes about Flattery

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