Hester Thrale quotes

Women bear Crosses better than Men do, but bear Surprizes – worse. (Hester Thrale)
A physician can sometimes parry the scythe of death, but has no power over the sand in the hourglass. View quote
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'Tis never for their wisdom that one loves the wisest, or for their wit that one loves the wittiest; 'tis for benevolence, and virtue, and honest fondness, one loves people; the other qualities make one proud of loving them too. View quote
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The tree of deepest root is found Least willing still to quit the ground; 'Twas therefore said by ancient sages, That love of life increased with years. So much, that in our latter stages, When pains grow sharp and sickness rages, The greatest love of life appears. View quote
Hester Thrale

Hester Thrale

Occupation: Welsh Author
Born: January 27, 1741
Died: May 2, 1821
Quotes count: 4
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