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He was full of fun and hearty laughter; and his rare good sense and sheer manliness furnished solid foundation to his lighter qualities.
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gutenberg.orgHe was full of fun and hearty laughter; and his rare good sense and sheer manliness furnished solid foundation to his lighter qualities.
This passage illustrates the balance of humor and seriousness in a person's character.
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