On the recordJanuary 1, 1790
Every man has his own relish; but I think, if I could not attain to the wisdom, I would at least preserve something of the stiff and peremptory dignity of age.
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Burke reflects on the value of wisdom and the importance of maintaining the dignity associated with age.
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