“The blessings of fortune are the lowest; the next are the bodily advantages of strength and health; but the superlative blessings, in fine, are those of the mind.”
Quote by Roger L'Estrange
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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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