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“They motivate us to play, be affectionate, seek adventure and be loyal.”

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Tom Hayden, born on December 11, 1939 in Los Angeles, California, was a prominent American social activist. He was a leader in the student movement and anti-war movement of the 1960s, actively participating in the civil rights movement and peace movement. Hayden has had a wide-ranging impact in the fields of politics, education, and social justice. more

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Book:The Indicator and the Companion: A Miscellany for the Fields and Fire-side

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Book:The Souls of Animals

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