It is the test of a novel writer's art that he conceal his snake-in-the-grass; but the reader may be sure that it is always there. Anthony Trollope artconcealgrass Change image and share on social
I have no ambition to surprise my reader. Castles with unknown passages are not compatible with my homely muse. Anthony Trollope ambitioncastlecompatible Change image and share on social
As to happiness in this life it is hardly compatible with that diminished respect which ever attends the relinquishing of labour. Anthony Trollope attendcompatiblediminish Change image and share on social
It may almost be a question whether such wisdom as many of us have in our mature years has not come from the dying out of the power of temptation, rather than as the results of thought and resolution. Anthony Trollope diematurepower Change image and share on social
But then in novels the most indifferent hero comes out right at last. Some god comes out of a theatrical cloud and leaves the poor devil ten thousand-a-year and a title. Anthony Trollope clouddevilgod Change image and share on social
High rank and soft manners may not always belong to a true heart. Anthony Trollope belonghearthigh Change image and share on social
It has been the great fault of our politicians that they have all wanted to do something. Anthony Trollope faultgreatpolitician Change image and share on social
It has now become the doctrine of a large clan of politicians that political honesty is unnecessary, slow, subversive of a man's interests, and incompatible with quick onward movement. Anthony Trollope clandoctrinehonesty Change image and share on social
Wine is valued by its price, not its flavour. Anthony Trollope flavourpricevalue Change image and share on social
