 ... disappointments, nor abuse, nor proscription, nor neglect, had power to disturb his sedate and majestic patience. His spirits do not seem to have been high, but they were singularly equable. His temper was serious,, perhaps stern; but it was a temper...  John Milton - Page 47by Thomas Babington Macaulay Baron Macaulay - 1877 - 104 pagesFull view - About this book
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