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An uncalled-for defence becomes a positive accusation.
An uncalled-for defence becomes a positive accusation.
When age is jocond it makes sport for death.
When age is jocond it makes sport for death.
It is folly to waste labour about trifles.
It is folly to waste labour about trifles.
A thing of beauty is a joy forever;
Its loveliness increases; it will never
Pass into nothingness; read more
A thing of beauty is a joy forever;
Its loveliness increases; it will never
Pass into nothingness; but still will keep
A bower quiet for us, and a sleep
Full of sweet dreams, and health, and quiet breathing.
Some evils are cured by contempt.
Some evils are cured by contempt.
The genius, wit, and spirit of a nation are discovered in its
proverbs.
The genius, wit, and spirit of a nation are discovered in its
proverbs.
An honest tale speeds best being plainly told.
An honest tale speeds best being plainly told.
Sweet is pleasure after pain.
Sweet is pleasure after pain.
Skill and confidence are an unconquered army.
Skill and confidence are an unconquered army.
