The Spectator ...John Sharpe, 1803 |
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Page 32
... Pharamond , wherein he excuses himself from coming to court . The gentleman , it seems , was contented with his con- dition , had formerly been in the king's service ; but at the writing the following letter had , from leisure and ...
... Pharamond , wherein he excuses himself from coming to court . The gentleman , it seems , was contented with his con- dition , had formerly been in the king's service ; but at the writing the following letter had , from leisure and ...
Page 34
... Pharamond would re- ward the zeal of my youth with abilities to do him service in my age . Those who accept of favour without merit , sup- port themselves in it at the expence of your majesty . Give me leave to tell you , Sir , this is ...
... Pharamond would re- ward the zeal of my youth with abilities to do him service in my age . Those who accept of favour without merit , sup- port themselves in it at the expence of your majesty . Give me leave to tell you , Sir , this is ...
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... Pharamond , all honours and all titles in your approbation ; I triumph in them as they are your gift , I refuse them as they are to give me the observation of others . Indulge me , my noble master , in this chastity of renown ; let me ...
... Pharamond , all honours and all titles in your approbation ; I triumph in them as they are your gift , I refuse them as they are to give me the observation of others . Indulge me , my noble master , in this chastity of renown ; let me ...
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