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“All experience teaches that, whenever there is a great national establishment, employing large numbers of officials, the public must be reconciled to support many incompetent men; for such is the favoritism and nepotism always prevailing in the purlieus of these establishments, that some incompetent persons are always admitted, to the exclusion of many of the worthy.”

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Book:White-jacket: or, The world in a man-of-war
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White-jacket: or, The world in a man-of-war

This book is a detailed portrayal of life at sea, focusing on the personal growth and challenges faced by a young man as he navigates the complexities of naval life and the broader societal issues of the time. more

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Herman Melville
Herman Melville

Herman Melville was a renowned 19th-century American novelist known for his profound psychological descriptions and unique literary style. His masterpiece, 'Moby-Dick', is considered a classic of American literature. more

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