Quotes by William Lyon Phelps

"If at first you don't succeed, find out if the loser gets anything."

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"The fear of life is the favorite disease of the 20th century."

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"Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good plays, good company, good conversation - what are they? They are the happiest people in the world."

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"The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him."

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