Quote by Walter Scott
He is the best sailor who can steer within fewest points of the wi

He is the best sailor who can steer within fewest points of the wind, and exact a motive power out of the greatest obstacles. – Walter Scott

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To all, to each, a fair good-night, and pleasing dreams, and slumbers light. – Walter Scott

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