Rather than have it the principal thing in my son’s mind, I would gladly have him think that the sun went around the earth, and that the stars were so many spangles set in the bright blue firmament.
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One's age should be tranquil, as childhood should be playful. Hard work at either extremity of life seems out of place. At midday the sun may burn, and men labor under it; but the morning and evening should be alike calm and cheerful.
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Birth: | 13th June, 1795 |
Death: | 12th June, 1842 |
Nationality: | British |
Profession: | Educator, Historian |
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