The public loves a good fraud, if it's a good fraud.
Showman, circus, hoaxes
Reported statement, highlighting his understanding of public's perverse enjoyment of being 'humbugged'
c. 1860s-1880s
Found in 1 providers: grok
Cross Reference
1 source
"My inexperienced friend, take it for granted that they all tell the truth -- about each other! -- and then transact your business to the best of your ability on your own judgment."
Humorous"I believe in printers' ink."
Strange & Unusual"I have often been asked what was the secret of my success, and I have invariably replied, 'I always had the sense to know I knew nothing.'"
Strange & Unusual"I am not ashamed to say that I am a humbug. I have always appealed to the public's love of the marvelous."
Humorous"There is a fool born every minute."
HumorousPremium quality, printed on demand. Ships worldwide.
Don't see what you're looking for? Email us for custom products
