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Quote by Joseph Addison

“A vast space naturally raises in my thoughts the idea of an Almighty Being.”

Quote by Joseph Addison

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Joseph Addison, born on May 1, 1672, and died on June 17, 1719, was an influential English essayist, dramatist, and poet. He is known for his elegant prose style and his co-authorship of the magazine 'The Spectator' with Richard Steele. more

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