When I curse Fate, it's not me, but the earth in me.
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The death of a man is like the fall of a mighty nation That had valiant armies, captains, and prophets, And wealthy ports and ships all over the seas.
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Permalink to quote #69 If I am all mankind, are they themselves without me?
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