His knowledge of books had in some degree diminished his knowledge of the world.
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Hope is a flatterer, but the most upright of all parasites; for she frequents the poor man's hut, as well as the palace of his superior.
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Birth: | 18th November, 1714 |
Death: | 11th February, 1763 |
Nationality: | British |
Profession: | Poet |
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