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Quote by William Cowper

“Knowledge is proud that it knows so much; wisdom is humble that it knows no more.”

Quote by William Cowper

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William Cowper, a renowned English poet, was born on November 26, 1731, and died on April 25, 1800. Known for his lyrical and satirical poems, Cowper's works held a significant place in English literature during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. more

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