“It is a great evil to look upon mankind with too clear vision. You seem to be living among wild beasts, and you become a wild beast yourself. ("“The Story of Prince Alasi and the Princess Firouzkah”)” — William Beckford Copy Share Image
“If she knew me as I really am she would despise me, and certainly not aid or abet my evil designs. To veil their… — William Beckford Copy Share
“Mine was still the stronger side. I was beloved by the soldiery, who generally care very little what god they serve so long as… — William Beckford Copy Share
“A fish might more easily live on the apex of a rock than a man accustomed to crime live a life of virtue. (“The… — William Beckford Copy Share
“It is a great evil to look upon mankind with too clear vision. You seem to be living among wild beasts, and you become… — William Beckford Copy Share
“At these words, the fathers of the fifty boys cried out aloud; the mothers repeated their exclamations an octave higher; whilst the rest, without… — William Beckford Copy Share
“It is time, therefore, that you should apply for aid to such helpful Spirits. But will you have the strength of mind, the courage… — William Beckford Copy Share
“Shortly after we were in bed I began my story, but made it so absurd, so long, and so tiresome, that, as my intention… — William Beckford Copy Share
“If you seem to be happy in this place of solitude, you will acquire a great reputation for wisdom, and I know, by my… — William Beckford Copy Share
“My father,' I replied, 'I am fond of action. I like to succour the afflicted, and make people happy. Command that there be built… — William Beckford Copy Share
“The Climber did not interfere. He praised the education I had received, and approved greatly of our immersions, just after birth, by the Sages,… — William Beckford Copy Share
“No course was open to me save to leap, with eyes self-bound, into the yawning abyss of the future.” — William Beckford Copy Share
“..parasites seldom altogether abandon a monarch so long as the crown still glitters on his head. (“The Story of Prince Alasi and the Princess… — William Beckford Copy Share
“Persecution produced its ordinary effect. The people courted martyrdom. They came from all parts to deride Zouloulou, whom nothing disconcerted - and to get… — William Beckford Copy Share
