John Hookham Frere, "Æsop's Fable of the Frogs",
Works, II (1874)
Works, II (1874)
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Then came a shoal in quest of posts and charges, Much like our ancient courtiers with their barges,
— John Hookham Frere on Courtiers
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Works, II (1874)" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About John Hookham Frere
John Hookham Frere (May 21, 1769 – January 7, 1846) was an English diplomat and author.
About John Hookham Frere
John Hookham Frere (May 21, 1769 – January 7, 1846) was an English diplomat and author.
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