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The man who consecrates his hours by vigorous effort, and an honest aim, at once he draws the sting of life and Death he walks with nature and her paths are peace.
Edward Young
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Edward Young
Died: 1765
Died: April 5
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It is great and manly to disdain disguise it shows our spirit and proves our strength.
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Pygmies are pygmies still, though percht on Alps And pyramids are pyramids in vales. Each man makes his own stature, builds himself. Virtue alone outbuilds the Pyramids Her monuments shall last when Egypt's fall.
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And friend received with thumps upon the back.
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The clouds may drop down titles and estates, and wealth may seek us, but wisdom must be sought.
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