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 Books by and about Martin Tupper
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Anger
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Anger is a noble infirmity; the generous failing of the just; the one degree that riseth above zeal, asserting the prerogative of virtue.
-Martin Tupper
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Memory
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Memory is not wisdom; idiots can by rote repeat volumes. Yet what is wisdom without memory?
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Pain
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Pain adds rest unto pleasure, and teaches the luxury of health.
-Martin Tupper
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Prayer
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Prayer is the slender nerve that moves the muscle of omnipotence.
-Martin Tupper
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Reading
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A good book is the best of friends, the same today and for ever.
-Martin Tupper
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Ridicule
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Ridicule is a weak weapon when pointed at a strong mind; but common people are cowards and dread an empty laugh.
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