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... spirit of the sentiments which he is to pronounce . For to lay the emphasis with exact propriety , is a constant exercise of good sense and attention . It is far from being an inconsiderable attainment . It is one of the most deci- sive ...
... spirit of the sentiments which he is to pronounce . For to lay the emphasis with exact propriety , is a constant exercise of good sense and attention . It is far from being an inconsiderable attainment . It is one of the most deci- sive ...
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... spirit , beauty , and harmony of delivery consist . The limits of this introduction do not admit of examples , to illustrate the variety of tones belonging to the different passions and emotions . We shall however , select one , which ...
... spirit , beauty , and harmony of delivery consist . The limits of this introduction do not admit of examples , to illustrate the variety of tones belonging to the different passions and emotions . We shall however , select one , which ...
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... spirits , who , by long custom , have contracted in the body ha- bits of lust ' and sensuality ' ; malice ' and revenge ' ; an aversion to every thing that is good ' , just ' , and laudable ' , are naturally seasoned and prepared for ...
... spirits , who , by long custom , have contracted in the body ha- bits of lust ' and sensuality ' ; malice ' and revenge ' ; an aversion to every thing that is good ' , just ' , and laudable ' , are naturally seasoned and prepared for ...
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... spirit · 4. The misfortunes of men mostly chargeable on themselves 5. On disinterested friendship 6. On the immortality of the soul Sect . 1. The seasons . CHAPTER V. Descriptive Pieces . 2. The cataract of Niagara , in Canada , North ...
... spirit · 4. The misfortunes of men mostly chargeable on themselves 5. On disinterested friendship 6. On the immortality of the soul Sect . 1. The seasons . CHAPTER V. Descriptive Pieces . 2. The cataract of Niagara , in Canada , North ...
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... spirit , and moderate expectations , are excel- lent safeguards of the mind , in this uncertain and changing state . 13. There is nothing , except simplicity of intention , and purity of principle , that can stand the test of near ...
... spirit , and moderate expectations , are excel- lent safeguards of the mind , in this uncertain and changing state . 13. There is nothing , except simplicity of intention , and purity of principle , that can stand the test of near ...
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