The chief ingredients in the composition of those qualities that gain esteem and praise, are good nature, truth, good sense, and good breeding. (Joseph Addison)

The chief ingredients in the composition of those qualities that gain esteem and praise, are good nature, truth, good sense, and good breeding.

Joseph Addison

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