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“Patience strengthens the spirit, sweetens the temper, stifles anger, extinguishes envy, subdues pride, bridles the tongue.”

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George Horne
George Horne

George Horne, a British writer, was born on November 1, 1730, and died on January 27, 1792. Known for his religious and moral writings, Horne held a significant place in 18th-century British literature. more

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