Walter Raleigh

Historians desiring to write the actions of men, ought to set down the simple truth, and not say anything for love or hatred; also to choose such an opportunity for writing as it may be lawful to think what they will, and write what they think, which is a rare happiness of the time.
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No man is esteemed for colorful garments except by fools and women.
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Speaking much is a sign of vanity, for he that is lavish with words is a niggard in deed.
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