“The censure of frequent and long parentheses has led writers into the preposterous expedient of leaving out the marks by which they are indicated. It is no cure to a lame man to take away his crutches.”
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Thoughts and Apophthegms: From the Writings of Archbishop Whateley
This book presents a compilation of Archbishop Whateley's thoughts and aphorisms, offering insights into his theological and philosophical perspectives. more
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Richard Whately
Richard Whately, a renowned British economist, was born on February 1, 1787, and passed away on October 8, 1863. He is known for his contributions to political economy and moral philosophy. more
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