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Quote by Grenville Kleiser

“Do not let trifles disturb your tranquility of mind. . . . Life is too precious to be sacrificed for the nonessential and transient. . . . Ignore the inconsequential!”

Quote by Grenville Kleiser

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Grenville Kleiser

Grenville Kleiser was an American author born in 1868 and died in 1935. He is best known for his inspirational works, particularly 'How to Win Friends and Influence People', which has become one of the best-selling books of all time since its first publication in 1936. more

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