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... defign ; for it is always a proof of extensive thought and accu- rate circumfpection , to promote various pur- pofes by the fame act ; and the idea of an ornament admits use , though it seems to ex- clude neceffity . WHOEVER purposes ...
... defign ; for it is always a proof of extensive thought and accu- rate circumfpection , to promote various pur- pofes by the fame act ; and the idea of an ornament admits use , though it seems to ex- clude neceffity . WHOEVER purposes ...
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... Defign'd for great exploits ; if I must die Betray'd , captiv'd , and both my eyes put out ? -Whom have I to complain of but myself ? Who this high gift of strength , committed to me , In what part lodg'd , how eafily bereft me , Under ...
... Defign'd for great exploits ; if I must die Betray'd , captiv'd , and both my eyes put out ? -Whom have I to complain of but myself ? Who this high gift of strength , committed to me , In what part lodg'd , how eafily bereft me , Under ...
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... defign begins another , and the ultimate wish is always pushed off to its former distance .. AT length fame is ... defigns , remits his former multiplicity of persuits , and extends no longer his regard to any other honour than the ...
... defign begins another , and the ultimate wish is always pushed off to its former distance .. AT length fame is ... defigns , remits his former multiplicity of persuits , and extends no longer his regard to any other honour than the ...
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The danger of attempting wit in converfation | 24 |
An account of fquire Blufter | 32 |
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