But what is Hope? Nothing but the paint on the face of Existence; the least touch of truth rubs it off, and then we see what a hollow-cheeked harlot we have got hold of.

Lord Byron

Lord Byron

Existence Face Got Hold Hope Nothing Off Paint Rubs See Then Touch Truth

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