The innocence that feels no risk and is taught no caution, is more vulnerable than guilt, and oftener assailed. (Nathaniel Parker Willis)

The innocence that feels no risk and is taught no caution, is more vulnerable than guilt, and oftener assailed.

Nathaniel Parker Willis

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