Quote by Samuel Johnson

His death has eclipsed the gaiety of nations, and impoverished the public stock of harmless pleasure.

His death has eclipsed the gaiety of nations, and impoverish

Summary

This quote suggests that the death of someone has had a profound impact on the happiness and enjoyment of people everywhere. The person's passing has cast a shadow over the joy and celebration usually experienced by different nations, leaving them feeling somber and deprived of innocent and lighthearted pleasures. Overall, the quote reflects the significant and far-reaching influence that this individual's death has had on the collective happiness of society.

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Death Thepublic Nations

By Samuel Johnson

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