Charles Lamb

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Charles Lamb (London, 10 February 1775 – Edmonton, 27 December 1834) was an English essayist, best known for his Essays of Elia and for the children's book Tales from Shakespeare, which he produced with his sister, Mary Lamb (1764–1847). Lamb has been referred to by E.V. Lucas, his principal biographer, as the most lovable figure in English literature, and his influence on the English essay form surely cannot be overestimated.. English essayist and poet


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Quote Left Lawyers I suppose were children once. Quote Right
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Quote Left I am determined that my children shall be brought up in their father's religion, if they can find out what it is. Quote Right
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Quote Left Credulity is the man's weakness, but the child's strength. Quote Right
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Quote Left My motto is: Contented with little, yet wishing for more. Quote Right
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Quote Left Boys are capital fellows in their own way, among their mates but they are unwholesome companions for grown people. Quote Right
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