Golden Quote by Arthur Hugh Clough

“Truth is a golden thread, seen here and there In small bright specks upon the visible side Of our strange being's party-coloured web.”

Arthur Hugh Clough

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Golden Here and there Party Sides Specks Strange Thread Truth is Visible

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