God is its author, and not man; he laid The key-note of all harmonies; he planned All perfect combinations, and he made… — John Gardiner Calkins Brainard Copy Share Image
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Much brass has been sounded and many cymbals tinkled in the name of advertising; but the advertisements which persuade people to act… — Bruce Barton Copy Share Image
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I've never translated more than one book by any author. But I'm fascinated by translators who have, like Richard Zenith, who's translated… — Idra Novey Copy Share Image
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