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As far as the loss of parents could be supplied at their tender age, it has been supplied by this relative--whose delicacy must not be hurt by any commendation from a stranger, whose only object, in thus closing the volume, is to record his admiration of Genius that so often flourishes and fades in the shade; yet, strong in the faith that looks for a better country, feels that the trials of this life are all softened, if not disarmed, by the practice of virtue, and a humble reliance on the promises of God.

In the little churchyard of Tinterne-Parva--which he had so feelingly described--repose the remains of William Hearde Thomas, and the short-lived partner of his joys and sorrows.]

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