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“Life is more than a theory, and love of truth butters no bread: old men who have had to struggle along their way, who know the endless bitterness, the grave moral deterioration which follow an empty exchequer, may well be pardoned for an over-wish to see their sons secured from it; hunger, at least, is a reality.”

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Book:The nemesis of faith: or, The history of Markham Sutherland

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The nemesis of faith: or, The history of Markham Sutherland

This book delves into the life of Markham Sutherland, chronicling his journey through faith and adversity. more

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James Anthony Froude

James Anthony Froude was a British novelist born on April 23, 1818, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on October 20, 1894. He is renowned for his historical novels and biographical literature, particularly for his descriptions of British historical figures and events. more

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