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Much learning shows how little mortals know; much wealth, how little wordlings enjoy. - Edward Young

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Author's Biography:
Name: Edward Young
Born: 3 July 1683. Died: 5 April 1765
Profession: Poet | Critic | Philosopher | Theologian |


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