Many a man may thank his talent for his rank, but no man has ever been able to return the compliment by thanking his rank for his talent. (Charles Caleb Colton)

Many a man may thank his talent for his rank, but no man has ever been able to return the compliment by thanking his rank for his talent.

Charles Caleb Colton

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