“Men talk as if they believed in God, but they live as if they thought there was none; their vows and promises are no more than words, of course.”
Quote by Roger L'Estrange
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Fables of Aesop and Other Eminent Mythologists: With Morals and Reflections
This book compiles a selection of fables from renowned mythologists, such as Aesop, offering insights and moral lessons alongside each story. more
Author
Roger L'Estrange
Roger L'Estrange was an English author and translator, renowned for his translation of the Bible into English, which was widely used during the 17th and 18th centuries. He was also a playwright and poet, contributing to the literary scene of his era. more
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Source: Fables of Aesop and Other Eminent Mythologists: With Morals and Reflections
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Source: Fables of Æsop and other eminent mythologists: with morals and reflections