“If you are not yourself, if you surrender your personality, you have nothing left to give the world. You have no pleasure, no use, nothing which will attract and charm me, for by the suppression of your individuality, you lose your distinctive character.”
Quote by Edward Wilmot Blyden
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Edward Wilmot Blyden
Edward Wilmot Blyden was a 19th-century writer, politician, and educator. Born on August 3, 1832, and died on February 7, 1912, he is known for his profound insights into African nationalism and the rights of black people. His works had a significant impact on the later African independence movements. more
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