John Vanbrugh quotes

John Vanbrugh was an English architect and dramatist, recognized for his baroque designs and witty plays. His most famous works include the grand Blenheim Palace and the comedy "The Relapse." He left a lasting impact on both British architecture and theatre. Here are 10 of his quotes:

Once a woman has given you her heart you can never get rid of the rest of her. (John Vanbrugh)
The want of a thing is perplexing enough, but the possession of it is intolerable. View quote
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As if a woman of education bought things because she wanted 'em. View quote
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Thinking is to me the greatest fatigue in the world. View quote
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He laughs best who laughs last. View quote
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When debtors once have borrowed all we have to lend, they are very apt to grow shy of their creditors' company. View quote
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No man worth having is true to his wife, or can be true to his wife, or ever was, or ever will be so. View quote
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Belinda: Ay, but you know we must return good for evil. Lady Brute: That may be a mistake in the translation. View quote
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Much of a muchness. View quote
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A slighted woman knows no bounds. View quote
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John Vanbrugh

John Vanbrugh - Image
Occupation: English Architect
Born: January 24, 1664
Died: March 26, 1726
Quotes count: 10
Wikipedia: John Vanbrugh

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