William Penn. (1644–1718). Fruits of Solitude.
The Harvard Classics. 1909–14.
Popularity
322. Affect not to be seen, and Men will less see thy Weakness.
323. They that shew more than they are, raise an Expectation they cannot answer; and so lose their Credit, as soon as they are found out.
324. Avoid Popularity. It has many Snares, and no real Benefit to thy self; and Uncertainty to others.