“The love of posterity is the consequence of the necessity of death. If a man were sure of living forever here, he would not care about his offspring.”
Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
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Nathaniel Hawthorne
Nathaniel Hawthorne was an American novelist known for his Gothic novels and romantic works. His writings often delve into themes of morality and sin, influenced by his family history and Puritan background. more
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