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“Those who stay away from the election think that one vote will do no good. 'Tis but one step more to think one vote will do no harm.”

Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

Book:Journals and Miscellaneous Notebooks: 1852-1855

Work

Journals and Miscellaneous Notebooks: 1852-1855

The book features a compilation of the author's journal entries and various notebooks, showcasing their thoughts, experiences, and insights from 1852 to 1855. more

Author

Ralph Waldo Emerson

American essayist, poet, and philosopher. Born on May 25, 1803, and died on April 27, 1882. Known for his transcendentalist philosophy, his works have had a profound impact on literature and the intellectual world. more

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