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Never was it given to mortal man - To lie so boldly as we women can.

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Alexander Pope
Age: 56 †
Born: 1688
Born: May 21
Died: 1744
Died: May 30
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Whether with Reason, or with Instinct blest, Know, all enjoy that pow'r which suits them best.
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