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“To deny the freedom of the will is to make morality impossible.”

Quote by James Anthony Froude

Book:Short Studies on Great Subjects

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Short Studies on Great Subjects

This volume presents a series of succinct pieces that delve into a range of profound subjects, offering readers a diverse exploration of thought-provoking ideas. more

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James Anthony Froude

James Anthony Froude was a British novelist born on April 23, 1818, in Edinburgh, Scotland, and died on October 20, 1894. He is renowned for his historical novels and biographical literature, particularly for his descriptions of British historical figures and events. more

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