His [the author's] renown has been purchased, not by deeds of violence and blood, but by the diligent dispensation of pleasure. (Washington Irving)

His [the author's] renown has been purchased, not by deeds of violence and blood, but by the diligent dispensation of pleasure.

Washington Irving

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