Edward Young: Much learning shows how little mortals know; Much wealth, how little worldlings can enjoy.

Much learning shows how little mortals know; Much wealth, how little worldlings — Edward Young

Much learning shows how little mortals know; Much wealth, how little worldlings can enjoy.

Edward Young

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