 Retired as I am from the world, I frankly acknowledge I cannot feel myself an unconcerned spectator. Yet, having happily assisted in bringing the ship into port, and having been fairly discharged, it is not my business to embark again on a sea of troubles.  Works - Page 91by Washington Irving - 1857Full view - About this book
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...country felt, that they could have even from him very little influence. In the same letter he adds, ' nor could it be expected, that my sentiments and opinions would have much weight on the minds of my countrymen. They have been neglected, though given as a last legacy in the most... | |
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