Quotes by William Dean Howells

“The action is best that secures the greatest happiness for the greatest number.”

“The conqueror is regarded with awe the wise man commands our respect but it is only the benevolent man that wins our affection.”

“Wisdom and goodness are twin-born, one heart must hold both sisters, never seen apart.”

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