Quote by Thornton Wilder

Winning children (who appear so guileless) are children who have discovered how effective charm and modesty and a delicately calculated spontaneity are in winning what they want.

Winning children (who appear so guileless) are children who

Summary

This quote suggests that children who are successful in getting what they desire have learned the art of using charm, modesty, and calculated spontaneity to their advantage. These "winning children" appear innocent and genuine, but they are actually employing these tactics consciously to manipulate others and achieve their goals. It emphasizes the idea that children can be shrewd and strategic in their interactions, using their charm and calculated behaviors as effective means of persuasion.

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By Thornton Wilder

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