Oliver Goldsmith: Wisdom makes but a slow defence against trouble, though at last a sure one.

Wisdom makes but a slow defence against trouble, though at last a sure one. — Oliver Goldsmith

Wisdom makes but a slow defence against trouble, though at last a sure one.

Oliver Goldsmith

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