Kings cannot ennoble thee, thou good, great soul, for One who is highe…

Mark Twain
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Kings cannot ennoble thee, thou good, great soul, for One who is higher than kings hath done that for thee; but a king can confirm thy nobility to men. ✨ Mark Twain (2008). 10 Books in 1, p.383, Shoes & Ships & Sealing Wax
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Kings cannot ennoble thee, thou good, great soul, for One who is higher than kings hath done that for thee; but a king can confirm thy nobility to men. ✨ Mark Twain (2008). 10 Books in 1, p.383, Shoes & Ships & Sealing Wax

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