William Lyon Phelps (January 2, 1865 New Haven, Connecticut – August 21, 1943 New Haven, Connecticut) was an American author, critic and scholar.
If at first you don't succeed, find out if the loser gets anything. Use this quote
If happiness truly consisted in physical ease and freedom from care, then the happiest individual would not be either a man or a woman; it would be, I think, an American cow. Use this quote
The fear of life is the favorite disease of the 20th century. Use this quote
Nature makes boys and girls lovely to look upon so they can be tolerated until they acquire some sense. Use this quote
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. Use this quote
The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him. Use this quote
A student never forgets an encouraging private word, when it is given with sincere respect and admiration. Use this quote
This is the final test of a gentleman: his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him. Use this quote
