He also knew when to stop. In the fine art of deceit and personal advancement as in any other calling this is the hallmark of the master. (Mervyn Peake)

He also knew when to stop. In the fine art of deceit and personal advancement as in any other calling this is the hallmark of the master.

Mervyn Peake

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