Walter Scott
A lawyer without history or literature is a mechanic, a mere working mason; if he possesses some knowledge of these, he may venture to call himself an architect.
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The thermometer of success is merely the jealousy...My message to you all is of hope...With the fearful strain that is on me night and day...I've heard all kinds of crazy rumors about myself...To sit for one's portrait is like being present...Christmas for me is all about spending time...
