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If thou hast never been a fool, be sure thou wilt never be a wise man.
William Makepeace Thackeray
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William Makepeace Thackeray
Age: 52 †
Born: 1811
Born: July 18
Died: 1863
Died: December 24
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Calcutta
William Makepeace Thackeray
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Though small was your allowance, You saved a little store: And those who save a little, Shall get a plenty more.
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