Famous quote by Isaac Disraeli

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All is extremely genteel and there is almost as much repose as in the golden saloons of the contiguous palaces.
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"All is extremely genteel; and there is almost as much repose as in the golden saloons of the contiguous palaces. At any rate, if there be as much vice, there is as little crime"

- Isaac Disraeli

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This quote by Isaac Disraeli is referring to the environment of a place. He is recommending that the place is very peaceful and calm, with a sense of luxury and refinement. He is suggesting that although there may be some vice present, there is no criminal activity. This recommends that the place is well-regulated which people are behaving in a socially acceptable manner. It is a location of convenience and relaxation, where individuals can delight in the finer things in life without worry of risk or disruption. Disraeli's words paint an image of a place of appeal and serenity, where people can delight in the company of others without worry of damage.

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Isaac Disraeli This quote is written / told by Isaac Disraeli between December 11, 1766 and January 19, 1848. He was a famous Writer from England. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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