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Other books we may read and criticise. To the Scriptures we must bow the entire soul, with all its faculties. — Edward Norris Kirk Copy Share Image
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I sometimes pretend that I have insomnia when what I really have is a good book and an inadequate respect for tomorrow. — Anonymous Copy Share Image
You wouldn't try and make a cake without a recipe book. Careers are just the same. — Esther McVey Copy Share Image
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