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“Its hardness and solidity had been an odd kind of comfort. Do not wish for anything. Be and endure. The Old African had learned that enduring was power too, and just as he had been drawn to the boulder, so the slaves, after a while, were drawn to him.”

Quote by Julius Lester

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Julius Lester is an American author born on January 27, 1939. His works span a variety of genres, including children's literature, adult literature, and autobiography. Lester is known for his profound exploration of themes such as race, identity, and culture in his writings. more

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