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Damage Quote by Mark Twain

“Wit and Humor - if any difference, it is in…” quote by Mark Twain — Download Open image

“Wit and Humor - if any difference, it is in duration - lightning and electric light. Same material, apparently; but one is vivid, and can do damage - the other fools along and enjoys elaboration.”

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Damage Differences Duration Electric Electric light Enjoy Fool Light Lightning Materials Vivid Wit

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