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About Kin Hubbard
Kin Hubbard — Life and Legacy
Kin Hubbard was a prominent American humorist whose sharp wit and keen observations on life made him a beloved figure in early 20th-century literature. His most notable work, 'Abe Martin of Brown County,' features a character that embodies his unique blend of humor and insight, often reflecting on the quirks of human nature. Hubbard's quotes, such as 'The best way to cheer yourself is to try to cheer someone else up,' reveal his belief in the power of humor to uplift both oneself and others. He challenged conventional thinking with statements like, 'The trouble with people is not that they don’t know but that they know so much that ain’t so,' urging readers to question their assumptions. His ability to capture the absurdities of everyday life continues to resonate, reminding us of the importance of laughter in navigating our struggles and experiences.
Quote collection
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"Next to a circus there ain't nothing that packs up and tears out faster than the Christmas spirit."
"Nobody can be as agreeable as an uninvited guest."
"The fellow that owns his own home is always just coming out of a hardware store."
"The safe way to double your money is to fold it over once and put it in your pocket."
"Nobody ever forgets where he buried the hatchet."
"If you haven't seen your wife smile at a traffic cop, you haven't seen her smile her prettiest."
"The fellow that agrees with everything you say is either a fool or he is getting ready to skin you."
"The hardest thing is to take less when you can get more."
"It is pretty hard to tell what does bring happiness; poverty and wealth have both failed."
"No one can feel as helpless as the owner of a sick goldfish."
"In order to live off a garden, you practically have to live in it."
"Men are not punished for their sins, but by them."
"We'd all like to vote for the best man but he's never a candidate."
"Nothing's as mean as giving a little child something useful for Christmas."
"A good listener is usually thinking about something else."
"There is no failure except in no longer trying. There is no defeat except from within, no really insurmountable barrier save our own inherent weakness of purpose."
"Lots of folks confuse bad management with destiny."
"Don't knock the weather; nine-tenths of the people couldn't start a conversation if it didn't change once in a while."
"Intelligent people are always on the unpopular side of anything."