Francis Bacon (artist) quote: Look upon good books; they are true friends, that will neither flatter nor dissemble: be you but true to yourself...and ...

Look upon good books; they are true friends, that will neither flatter nor dissemble: be you but true to yourself...and you shall need no other comfort nor counsel.

~ Francis Bacon (artist) ~

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