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The men, who labour and digest things most, Will be much apter to despond than boast For if your author be profoundly good, 'Twill cost you dear before he's understood.

Wentworth Dillon, 4th Earl of Roscommon

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Wentworth Dillon, 4th Earl of Roscommon
Age: 48 †
Born: 1637
Born: January 1
Died: 1685
Died: January 18
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