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“Sublime Philosophy! Thou art the patriarch's ladder, reaching heaven; And bright with beckoning angelsbut alas! We see thee, like the patriarch, but in dreams, By the first step, dull slumbering on the earth.”

Quote by Alan Judd

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Alan Judd, born in 1946, is an accomplished writer whose works span various literary genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. He is known for his unique literary style and profound insights into social issues. more

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