That an author's work is the mirror of his mind is a position that has led to very false conclusions. If Satan himself were to write a book it would be in praise of virtue, because the good would purchase it for use, and the bad for ostentation.
Charles Caleb ColtonCustom looks to things that are past, and fashion to things that are present, but both of them are somewhat purblind as to things that are to come.
Charles Caleb Colton