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Famous quotes containing the word smith:

    The indefatigable pursuit of an unattainable perfection—even though nothing more than the pounding of an old piano—is what alone gives a meaning to our life on this unavailing star.
    —Logan Pearsall Smith (1865–1946)

    Most people sell their souls, and live with a good conscience on the proceeds.
    —Logan Pearsall Smith (1865–1946)

    Heat, ma’am! It was so dreadful here that I found there was nothing left for it but to take off my flesh and sit in my bones.
    —Sydney Smith (1771–1845)