Quote by John Mason Brown

Friendship should be a private pleasure, not a public boast. I loathe those braggarts who are forever trying to invest themselves with importance by calling important people by their first names in or out of print. Such first-naming for effect makes me cringe.

Friendship should be a private pleasure, not a public boast.

Summary

This quote highlights the notion that true friendship should be cherished privately, rather than seeking validation or social standing by flaunting connections. The author expresses disdain for those who boast about their friendships with important individuals, using familiar names for personal gain. Such behavior is regarded as insincere and artificial, leading the author to feel discomfort and unease. The quote emphasizes the value of authentic and private friendships, free from the need for external validation or self-aggrandizement.

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By John Mason Brown

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