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It is wonderful what strength of purpose and boldness and energy of will are roused by the assurance that we are doing our duty.
It is wonderful what strength of purpose and boldness and energy of will are roused by the assurance that we are doing our duty.
Approximate author period: c. 1801 AD · industrial
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- Walter Scott
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- Approximate author period: c. 1801 AD · industrial
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