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“Generosity during life is a very different thing from generosity in the hour of death; one proceeds from genuine liberality and benevolence, the other from pride or fear.”

Quote by Horace Mann

Book:Thoughts Selected from the Writings of Horace Mann ...

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Thoughts Selected from the Writings of Horace Mann ...

Horace Mann's writings are compiled in this book, showcasing his insights on education, morality, and social reform. The book is a compilation of Mann's essays and speeches, reflecting his influential role in American education and social progress. more

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Horace Mann, an American politician born on May 4, 1796 and died on August 2, 1859, played a significant role in the reform of American education and is known as the father of public education in the United States. more

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