Had Windham possessed discretion in debate, or Sheridan in conduct, they might have ruled their age.
Jonathan SwiftVery few men, properly speaking, live at present, but are providing to live another time.
Jonathan SwiftThe latter part of a wise person's life is occupied with curing the follies, prejudices and false opinions they contracted earlier.
Jonathan SwiftI have been assured by a very knowing American of my acquaintance in London, that a young healthy child well nursed is at a year old a most delicious, nourishing, and wholesome food, whether stewed, roasted, baked, or boiled; and I make no doubt that it will equally serve in a fricassee or a ragout.
Jonathan Swift