Quote by Charles Lamb
For God's sake (I never was more serious) don't make me ridiculous any more by terming me gentle-hearted in print... substitute drunken dog, ragged head, seld-shaven, odd-eyed, stuttering, or any other epithet which truly and properly belongs to the gentleman in question.
Summary
In this quote, the speaker expresses their frustration with being referred to as "gentle-hearted" in writing. They plead not to be made further ridiculous by using such a term. The speaker suggests alternative, more fitting descriptions such as "drunken dog," "ragged head," "seld-shaven," "odd-eyed," or "stuttering." By doing so, they aim to be depicted more accurately and truthfully, rejecting any false notions or stereotypes associated with being gentle-hearted.
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By Charles Lamb
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