“It is the briefest yet wisest maxim which tells us to meddle not.”
Quote by Charles Caleb Colton
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Charles Caleb Colton
Charles Caleb Colton was an English writer active from 1780 to 1832. Known for his humor and wit, he is particularly recognized for his aphorisms and satirical works. more
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