We too often forget that not only is there "a soul of goodness in things evil," but very generally also, a soul of truth in things erroneous. (Herbert Spencer)

We too often forget that not only is there "a soul of goodness in things evil," but very generally also, a soul of truth in things erroneous.

Herbert Spencer

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