“A sip is the most than mortals are permitted from any goblet of delight.”
Quote by Amos Bronson Alcott
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Amos Bronson Alcott
American writer, philosopher, and educator, born on November 29, 1799, and died on March 4, 1888. Amos Bronson Alcott is known for his contributions to educational reform and the development of individual freedom. more
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