“There is no one thoroughly despicable. We cannot descend much lower than an idiot; and an idiot has some advantages over a wise man.”

English essayist and critic of the early 19th century, William Hazlitt remains one of the most incisive voices in literary criticism and social observation. His sharp, often paradoxical essays explore human nature, art, and politics with wit and philosophical depth. Known for works like *The Round Table* and *The Spirit of the Age*, he blends personal reflection with broader cultural critique.