Quote by John Dryden

Railing and praising were his usual themes; and both showed his judgment in extremes. Either over violent or over civil, so everyone to him was either god or devil.

Railing and praising were his usual themes; and both showed

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This quote is speaking about a person who tends to express extreme opinions about others. The individual in question frequently offers harsh criticism or excessive praise, without finding a middle ground. It suggests that this person lacks balance in their judgment, viewing people as either divine or malevolent. Therefore, they fail to recognize the complexities and nuances inherent in human nature, often making extreme and exaggerated judgments about others.

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