Who said "The world expects too much of man."?

This quote is attributed to Daniel Defoe.

The world expects too much of man. - Daniel Defoe

"The world expects too much of man."

Daniel Defoe Philosophy

Novelist Journalist English 1660–1731

"The greatest good is the greatest number."

"All our discontents about what we want appeared to spring from the want of thankfulness for what we have."

"Fear is the greatest obstacle to progress."

"Knowledge is power."

"I've seen the worst humanity has to offer."

"Sometimes I wonder if the world is worth saving."

"Every choice shapes our destiny."

"Order is the foundation of a good life."