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“It has been more wittily than charitably said that hell is paved with good intentions; they have their place in heaven also.”

Quote by Robert Southey

Book:Sir Thomas More: Or, Colloquies on the Progress and Prospects of Society

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Sir Thomas More: Or, Colloquies on the Progress and Prospects of Society

This book is a collection of dialogues that delve into the philosophical and political ideas of Sir Thomas More, focusing on societal progress and its prospects. more

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Robert Southey, born on August 12, 1774, and died on March 21, 1843, was an influential English Romantic poet. Known for his poetry and literary criticism, Southey is considered one of the significant figures in the history of English literature. more

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