The breath of accusation kills an innocent name, and leaves for lame acquittal the poor life, which is a mask without it. (Percy Bysshe Shelley)

The breath of accusation kills an innocent name, and leaves for lame acquittal the poor life, which is a mask without it.

Percy Bysshe Shelley

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