Neither Out Far Nor in Deep Quotes

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Life, Consciousness, and Existence Quotes

The people along the sand All turn and look one way. (1-2)

Foolishness and Folly Quotes

As long as it takes to pass A ship keeps raising its hull; (5-6)

Inertia Quotes

They turn their back on the land. They look at the sea all day. (3-4)

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