But what is Hope? Nothing but the paint on the face of Existence the least touch of truth rubs it off, and then we see what a hollow-cheeked harlot we have got hold of.
Lord Byron
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- This is the patent age of new inventions for killing bodies, and for saving souls. All propagated with the best intentions.
- What is the worst of woes that wait on age? What stamps the wrinkle deeper on the brow? To view each loved one blotted from life's page, And be alone on earth, as I am now.
- I only go out to get me a fresh appetite for being alone.
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