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Some for renown, on scraps of learning dote, And think they grow immortal as they quote - Edward Young
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"Some for renown, on scraps of learning dote, And think they grow immortal as they quote"

- Edward Young

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Edward Young This quote is written / told by Edward Young between June 1, 1681 and April 5, 1765. He was a famous Poet from England. The author also have 40 other quotes.

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