1672-1719, British Essayist, Poet, Statesman
What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but, scattered along life's pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.
Joseph Addison – [Appreciation]


With regard to donations always expect the most from prudent people, who keep their own accounts.
Joseph Addison – [Benefactors]


Young men soon give, and soon forget, affronts; old age is slow in both.
Joseph Addison – [Injury]


Young people soon give, and forget insults, but old age is slow in both.
Joseph Addison – [Insults]

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