I keep my friends as misers do their treasure, because, of all the things granted us by wisdom, none is greater or better than friendship. (Pietro Aretino)

I keep my friends as misers do their treasure, because, of all the things granted us by wisdom, none is greater or better than friendship.

Pietro Aretino

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