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From vulgar bounds with brave disorder part, And snatch a grace beyond the reach of art.

Alexander Pope

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Alexander Pope
Age: 56 †
Born: 1688
Born: May 21
Died: 1744
Died: May 30
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Yet graceful ease, and sweetness void of pride, Might hide her faults, if belles had faults to hide: If to her share some female errors fall, Look on her face, and you'll forget 'em all.
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The ruling passion, be it what it will. The ruling passion conquers reason still.
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