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None of our political writers . . . take notice of any more than
three estates, namely, Kings, Lords read more

None of our political writers . . . take notice of any more than
three estates, namely, Kings, Lords and Commons . . . passing by
in silence that very large and powerful body which form the
fourth estate in the community . . . the Mob.

by Henry Fielding Found in: Journalism Quotes,
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It is not from nature, but from education and habits, that our wants are chiefly derived.

It is not from nature, but from education and habits, that our wants are chiefly derived.

by Henry Fielding Found in: Want Quotes,
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Wine is a turncoat; first a friend and then an enemy.

Wine is a turncoat; first a friend and then an enemy.

by Henry Fielding Found in: Wine Quotes,
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Great joy, especially after a sudden change of circumstances, is apt to be silent, and dwells rather in the heart read more

Great joy, especially after a sudden change of circumstances, is apt to be silent, and dwells rather in the heart than on the tongue.

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But me no buts.

But me no buts.

by Henry Fielding Found in: General Sayings,
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