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Quote by Eric Lubbock, 4th Baron Avebury

“Much certainly of the happiness and purity of our lives depends on our making a wise choice of our companions and friends. If our friends are badly chosen they will inevitably drag us down; if well they will raise us up.”

Quote by Eric Lubbock, 4th Baron Avebury

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Eric Lubbock, 4th Baron Avebury

Eric Lubbock, 4th Baron Avebury, was a British hereditary peer born on September 29, 1928, and passed away on February 14, 2016. He was a prominent figure in British politics and public life, known for his political activities and contributions to public affairs. more

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