Edward Bulwer-Lytton coined which of the following phrases?
The pen is mightier than the sword
All's well that ends well
Early bird catches the worm
Out of sight, out of mind
Answer
The pen is mightier than the sword is a proverb that suggests that intellectual power and influence can be more effective than physical force or brute strength. Edward Bulwer-Lytton, a British novelist and politician, coined the phrase in his 1839 novel "Richelieu". The proverb has been used to describe the power of writing, journalism, and other forms of communication to influence public opinion and bring about social change.
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