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“We often hear of bad weather, but in reality no weather is bad. It is all delightful, though in different ways. Some weather may be bad for farmers or crops, but for man all kinds are good. Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating.”

Quote by John Lubbock

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John Lubbock was a prominent British banker born on April 30, 1834, and passed away on May 28, 1913. He made significant contributions to the banking industry and played a crucial role in the development of the British financial system during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. more

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