Quote by William Hazlitt

Life is the art of being well deceived and in order that the deception may succeed it must be habitual and uninterrupted.

Life is the art of being well deceived and in order that the

Summary

This quote suggests that life is characterized by constant deception. To be successful in deceiving others, one must cultivate a habit of deception and continue it without interruption. The implication is that deception is a necessary skill for navigating life's challenges and achieving one's goals. It hints at the idea that an individual's ability to deceive others determines their success in various aspects of life.

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