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Absence Quote by Bret Harte

“Perhaps there is no gift of nature that requires as…” quote by Bret Harte — Download Open image

“Perhaps there is no gift of nature that requires as little exertion on the part of the owner as personal beauty. I am not certain but that it is this very absence of effort which excites our admiration.”

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