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“Patience is the chiefest fruit of study; a man that strives to make himself different from other men by much reading gains this chiefest good, that in all fortunes he hath something to entertain and comfort himself withal.”

Quote by John Selden

Book:Seldeniana: with a biographical preface

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Seldeniana: with a biographical preface

This book is a compilation of the author's writings, featuring a comprehensive biographical preface that delves into the author's background, influences, and contributions to literature. more

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John Selden (December 16, 1584 - November 30, 1654) was an English lawyer, historian, and philosopher. Limited information is available, but he is known for his contributions to the fields of law, history, and philosophy. more

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