Edward Young, Night Thoughts (1742-1745), Night VIII, line 587.
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Truth never was indebted to a lie.
— Edward Young on Truth
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About Edward Young
Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – April 5, 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for Night-Thoughts.
About Edward Young
Edward Young (c. 3 July 1683 – April 5, 1765) was an English poet, best remembered for Night-Thoughts.
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