When once the forms of civility are violated, there remains little hop…

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When once the forms of civility are violated, there remains little hope of return to kindness or decency. ✨ Samuel Johnson, Arthur Murphy (1837). The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL. D.: With an Essay on His Life and Genius /c by Arthur Murphy, Esq, p.95
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When once the forms of civility are violated, there remains little hope of return to kindness or decency. ✨ Samuel Johnson, Arthur Murphy (1837). The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL. D.: With an Essay on His Life and Genius /c by Arthur Murphy, Esq, p.95

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