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“The sole impulse which dictates and compels a man's every act: the imperious necessity of securing his own approval, in every emergency and at all costs.... It is our only spur, our whip, our goad, our impelling power; we have no other.”

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Book:What Is Man? And Other Essays
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What Is Man? And Other Essays

This book is a compilation of essays that delve into profound questions about human existence, morality, and the human condition. more

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Mark Twain
Mark Twain

Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a renowned American author and humorist in the 19th century. His works are characterized by humor, satire, and profound social insight, with notable novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. more

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Book:The Complete Works of Mark Twain: All 13 Novels, Short Stories, Poetry and Essays
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