Serenely full, the epicure would say, Fate cannot harm me, … - Sydney Smith

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Serenely full, the epicure would say,
Fate cannot harm me, I have dined today.

Sydney Smith

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Sydney Smith (3 June 1771 – 22 February 1845) was an English clergyman, critic, philosopher and wit.

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Alternative Names: Reverend Sydney Smith

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