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Book of Etiquette, Volume Ii · Lillian Eichler Watson — chapter 4 of 22 · ~64 words · public domain

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Repose and cheerfulness are the badge of the gentleman,--repose in energy. The Greek battle pieces are calm; the heroes, in whatever violent actions engaged, retain a serene aspect; as we say of Niagara, that it falls without speed. A cheerful, intelligent face is the end of culture, and success enough. For it indicates the purpose of nature and wisdom attained.

--Emerson.

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