... ; but conscience, like a child, is soon lulled to sleep ; and habit is our idea of eternity. (Letitia Elizabeth Landon)

... ; but conscience, like a child, is soon lulled to sleep ; and habit is our idea of eternity.

Letitia Elizabeth Landon

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