Vice is a monster of so frightful mien, As to be hated needs but to be seen Yet too oft, familiar with her face, We first endure, then pity, then embrace. (Alexander Pope)

Vice is a monster of so frightful mien, As to be hated needs but to be seen Yet too oft, familiar with her face, We first endure, then pity, then embrace.

Alexander Pope

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